right now

adverb

1
2
: at present

Examples of right now in a Sentence

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His concern right now is Tascosa, a team heavily favored over Parkland, that runs a flex bone, triple option offense that can create havoc for opposing defenses. Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Nov. 2025 The trouble is, these rising costs aren’t just about electricity being used and infrastructure being built right now. Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 14 Nov. 2025 Everybody's under attack right now. Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 14 Nov. 2025 Among such retailers is the virtual boutique, Gilt, and right now the site is hosting a rare sale of Canada Goose gear that’ll insulate you against the winter chill in style. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for right now

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of right now was in the 14th century

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“Right now.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20now. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.

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right now

adverb
1
2
: at the present time
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