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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Local fire officials said the focus right now is preparation, before any flames ever start. Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026 While McMahan has also brought home butter from Japan, Italy and other travels, the internet seems particularly enamored with the French heavy-hitters right now. Elliott Harrell, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026 But right now, talk about voluntary workouts and the camaraderie in the defensive meeting rooms is just burying the lede. Zac Jackson, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2026 His campaign is in a free fall right now, with top staffers leaving. ABC News, 12 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 15 Apr. 2026.

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right now

adverb
1
2
: at the present time
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