nonce (noun)

1. In the science fiction novel, the protagonist discovers a new power source that could save humanity from extinction, but only for the nonce.

2. During the religious ceremony, the priest urged the congregation to cherish the nonce and seek spiritual enlightenment.

3. The artist captured the beauty of the sunset in a painting, portraying the colors and tranquility of the nonce.

4. According to Norse mythology, the gods used a magical drink called Ægir's Mead to celebrate the nonce when they gathered.