our time

noun

: the present period of time
He is one of the greatest actors of our time.

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And in a bizarre flash of insight this Windy City denizen created one of the great warm weather whiskey drinks of our time. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 20 June 2026 It is increasingly judged by curation, intention and whether the experience feels worthy of our time, money and attention. Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 Esports is one of the most dynamic cultural movements of our time. Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 June 2026 There is no doubt that Barry Manilow is one of the greatest living entertainers of our time. Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for our time

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“Our time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/our%20time. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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