noun
a temporary solution or measure
adjective
used to describe something that is temporary or serving as a temporary solution
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The government implemented a temporary stopgap measure to address the issue.
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We'll just have to come up with a quick stopgap solution for now.
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Let's just slap a stopgap fix on it and hope for the best.
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Using humor as a stopgap for dealing with stress is not a long-term solution.