Transience

TRAN-see-uhns (/ˈtrænziəns/)

the state of lasting only for a short time; impermanence.

“Thankfully, the fire proved nothing but a passing transience, leaving behind more smoke than sorrow.”

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light and slightly contemptuous mockery or banter.

the outward appearance or apparent form of something.

a sudden attack or violent expression of a particular emotion or activity.

to catch sight of; to discover or discern.

full of danger or risk; perilous.

intended to placate or pacify; conciliatory.