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Ephemeral

usgb/ɪˈfemərəl/Volume
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Brief Existence

Ephemeral describes something with a lifespan or relevance that is very brief, possibly unexpected.

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The fame of internet celebrities can be ephemeral.
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Often Figurative

Used metaphorically to emphasize the fleeting nature of time, experiences, or phenomena.

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Youth's ephemeral joys quickly fade as we age.
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Not Negative

Doesn't imply a negative judgment, it just states the short duration of something.

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Ephemeral trends can still have lasting impacts.
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