as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return
an impressive array of presents for the bride and groom
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Relevance
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as in today
the time currently existing or in progress
I cannot talk to you at present, but perhaps in a few minutes
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as in current
existing or in progress right now
I am very busy at the present moment
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2
as in attending
being within the confines of a specified place
all of you are required to be present for every meeting
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as in to offer
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
we will present a performance of Our Town tomorrow evening
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as in to introduce
to make (one person) known (to another) socially
may I present my niece Sarah?
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as in to donate
to make a present of
the company presented a gold watch to him on the occasion of his retirement
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Recent Examples of present
New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
The curcumin present in turmeric is also poorly absorbed by the body.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 30 Oct. 2025
Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2025
In bladder cancer, blood is typically present throughout the urination process.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2025
Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 30 Oct. 2025
Throughout the remainder of the event, many sent in pledges via text, which were presented on the screen, showcasing messages of memory and honor of survivors and those lost to breast cancer.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Lawsone’s the red-orange dye present in the leaves of the henna plant, Lawsonia inermis.
—New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
The curcumin present in turmeric is also poorly absorbed by the body.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
They are typically found in warm coastal waters with the most lethal varieties primarily present in the Indo-Pacific region and northern Australia.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2025
In bladder cancer, blood is typically present throughout the urination process.
—Colleen Doherty, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
Also presented for consideration was In the Moonlight, a 40-episode historical costume drama that releases in Q1 2026 and stars Bao Shangen and Wang Hongyi.
—Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 30 Oct. 2025
Throughout the remainder of the event, many sent in pledges via text, which were presented on the screen, showcasing messages of memory and honor of survivors and those lost to breast cancer.
—Emily Burns, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for present
Adjective
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And neither Mann nor Lockwood sees much value in the current, large-scale practice of releasing live larvae or young oysters into the bay.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
31 Oct. 2025
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Many residents favor stricter enforcement of immigration rules but have qualms about the current process.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, or WIC, offers food benefits, breastfeeding services and nutrition education to 65,000 Arkansas women, infants and children younger than five.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Oct. 2025
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In an era when multinationals are diversifying away from single-market dependencies, Minister Al-Falih’s remarks made clear that Riyadh wants to anchor that shift — offering predictability, efficiency, and partnership in a volatile world.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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On a team full of future Hall of Famers, Rojas was the first player to be introduced at the rally.—
Steve Futterman,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
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In Galaxy Mapper, author Allie Summers and illustrator Sian James introduce readers to French astrophysicist Hélène Courtois, a working scientist who studies cosmography, or mapping the observable universe.—
Caroline Carlson,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Ben and Felicia Horowitz could not be reached for comment, however in a 2024 blog post, Ben Horowitz described their interest in donating to the department, stressing the importance of public safety and the difficulties public sectors have in budgeting for technology.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
2 Nov. 2025
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Since his death, Hay has not remarried, but devoted her life to setting up scholarships and memorials in Burton’s name, including donating his diaries to Swansea University, per The Telegraph.—
Makena Gera,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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If the Chinese truly agree to keep the supply of critical minerals flowing on an ongoing basis, the world will win.—
Mira Rapp-Hooper,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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While this year’s Agora Talks strand features discussions on hot-button issues such as film finance, emerging technologies and ongoing efforts to capture and retain moviegoers, Vergou and her team are also thinking outside the box with initiatives like the Decompression Room.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For a cozy addition, snag this boucle swivel armchair that’s available in five colors and an upholstered bed frame with hidden storage drawers.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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Grander residences are also available to rent; a few of the 10 are owned by boldface names like Donna Karan.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Hamida gives Kammo food, material necessities, and, perhaps most critically, affection.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Oct. 2025
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Lastly, clear every last bit of residue out by giving the disposal a final rinse.—
Taylor Tobin,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Governors can volunteer their troops to other states, producing surreal scenes like Texas Guardsmen in combat gear arriving at Chicago’s Midway Airport.—
Colleen Hamilton,
Them.,
30 Oct. 2025
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Game 2 starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto volunteered to pitch – on one day of rest after pitching a complete game – and was warming up in the bullpen during the 18th inning.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Present.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/present. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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