right now

adverb

Synonyms of right nownext
1
2
: at present

Examples of right now in a Sentence

right now we are in the middle of a major home renovation answer my question right now
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March 21 – April 19 Action matters more than words right now. Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026 There are few things more on trend than grass-alternative lawns right now; between wanting something lower maintenance and lower cost, different options like clover, chamomile, and creeping thyme are looking much more appealing to the average homeowner. Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano, The Spruce, 5 Apr. 2026 With your help and with the courage, sacrifice and heroism of Iran’s greatest youth, our best latest chapter is being written right now. Bobby Zirkin, Baltimore Sun, 5 Apr. 2026 No hitter on the Mets is as hot as Mark Vientos right now. Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for right now

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
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 11 Apr. 2026.

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right now

adverb
1
2
: at the present time
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