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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 • 864 views

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.
  • Or perhaps you have a unique cleaning problem that so far you have not been able to find the solution for. Now that you have identified a need, the next step will  ...
  • So till version 3 is available the solution for now is to restart(reboot) your computer once in 24 days. Possible other solutions: (updated 15-aug 2014). Download ...
  • Maybe I could fix it by deleting the file because I was uninstalled Genymotion, or maybe because I use Windows instead Mac, but any case the solution (for now) ...
  • 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.
  • Nov 1, 2013 ...The solution by Now Innovations is the most customer-friendly of all the solutions on the market now. We wish to offer a smart solution together ...
  • 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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