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Serve your/its turn

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Temporary SolutionPlay
Indicates a stopgap or temporary fix, not a permanent one. SlideA space heater will serve its turn while the central heating is fixed.
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Use when something meets a need or purpose right now, even if it's not the best option. SlideThese old textbooks aren't current, but they'll serve their turn for the exam study.
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Emphasizes that something remains usable, despite being outdated or not ideal. SlideGrandma's sewing machine looks old, but it still serves its turn.
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