The solution for now. vs The solution by now.

Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings and contexts. 'The solution for now' implies that a solution has been found temporarily, while 'the solution by now' suggests that a solution should have been found at this point in time.

Last updated: March 15, 2024

The solution for now.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that a solution has been found temporarily, to be used until a better or final solution is found.

Examples:

We don't have a permanent fix yet, but this is the solution for now.

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Feb 17, 2015 ... The solution for now, however, is to just keep in on innovating with the brands it already owns. "We have just never been in a better position ...

Alternatives:

the current solution
the temporary solution
the interim solution

The solution by now.

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that a solution should have been found at this point in time, suggesting a sense of expectation or urgency.

Examples:

We should have reached a solution by now.

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May 24, 2014 ... I don't even remember the solution by now. All I can remember was the pressure. Despite all that, by some miracle, I walked out of the room ...
Jan 28, 2015 ... @Francisco did you find the solution by now? – Avigrail Mar 13 at 12:14. @ Avigrail Not yet .. some different tip of attempts presented here? ty.
You should see the solution by now, since the platform name doesn't matter, you can simply make it the same as the platform name for your ...

Alternatives:

the solution at this point
the expected solution
the overdue solution

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The solution for now. vs The solution by now.