present-day

adjective

pres·​ent-day ˈpre-zᵊnt-ˈdā How to pronounce present-day (audio)
Synonyms of present-daynext
: now existing or occurring

Examples of present-day in a Sentence

present-day technology has rendered yesterday's marvels obsolete the present-day administration in Washington
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But the idea is that over time, that kind of data loses its present-day implications and can eventually be unveiled to offer a snapshot of yesterday. Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026 Shot with cold control in black and white by cinematographer Kyle Deitz, Wiseman’s feature debut is a stylish thriller that launched at regional festivals in 2024; what must have seemed near-future about it then seems almost too present-day in 2026. Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 24 Apr. 2026 The result nods to the site’s musical past without leaning into nostalgia, grounding the hotel firmly in its present-day setting. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 The documentary combines archival footage and present-day interviews to explore Abbott’s childhood, his rise to fame, and his impact on young athletes with disabilities, culminating in an emotional tribute that highlights his legacy. Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for present-day

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of present-day was in 1887

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“Present-day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/present-day. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

present-day

adjective
pres·​ent-day
ˈprez-ᵊnt-ˈdā
: being or happening now
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