Taking a short-term job with intentions of quitting after finding something better?

In a bit of a pickle and not sure what to do

Have a few offers in roles/companies that are a little off my track but I can't afford to sit on the bench for a lot longer.

Curious if anyone has ever been in this situation before/done this and what do you recommend?

Ideally don't plan to be in this filler gig longer than 3-6 mo's.

Thoughts and advice are INCREDIBLY APPRECIATED!

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I'm in this situation right now. Since I'll be in NYC, I'm going to keep networking and keeping an eye opening for any opening that I'm aimed for.

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