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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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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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
Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
February 19 – March 20 Peace is most possible within your own four walls at present.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026
Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 17 Feb. 2026
The Sheriff’s Office said 46 first responders are working on the rescue effort, adding that high avalanche danger remains present Tuesday and is expected to continue through at least Wednesday.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
In the most conservative scenario presented, adding short-term rentals in the region would generate over $136 million in direct economic activity, including jobs and combined tax revenue, Airbnb said in the report.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
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Noun
During her appearance at a rugby match on Saturday, the Princess of Wales wore a pair of sapphire and diamond earrings given to her as a pre-wedding present from Prince William.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
February 19 – March 20 Peace is most possible within your own four walls at present.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
At the time, the defense lawyers said, Davis was living a quiet life with his wife in a Las Vegas suburb and simply asked to have a lawyer present before speaking with police.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 17 Feb. 2026
The Sheriff’s Office said 46 first responders are working on the rescue effort, adding that high avalanche danger remains present Tuesday and is expected to continue through at least Wednesday.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 17 Feb. 2026
Verb
And that’s no easy task, with 86,000 square meters of space presenting 35,000 works of art to 9 million visitors a year.
—Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
In the most conservative scenario presented, adding short-term rentals in the region would generate over $136 million in direct economic activity, including jobs and combined tax revenue, Airbnb said in the report.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for present
Adjective
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The current Air Force One airplanes entered service in 1990.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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The rink disparity’s roots go back to well before the countries’ current allocation of resources.—
Peter Baugh,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Lunar rocks and soil offered novel insights into the moon’s origin and composition, and more recent analysis of previously untouched Apollo samples, as well as samples retrieved by robotic missions, revealed the surprising discovery of water trapped in rocks thought to be bone-dry.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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This formula, in particular, offers a liposomal delivery—a 125 mg phospholipid complex—to protect against degradation during digestion.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Lanson Place answered the call in 2005 as one of Hong Kong’s first boutique hotels, introducing a more intimate, residential-style approach to luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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All four companies have taken steps to improve safety, including by introducing parental controls tools, adding privacy settings for young users, increasing content restrictions and offering options to limit notifications or time spent scrolling.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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So far, more than $280,000 has been donated.—
Nick Woltman,
Twin Cities,
22 Feb. 2026
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As part of an auction, the Laurens donated a shopping spree at their NYC Polo store, valued at $5,000.—
Richard Johnson,
New York Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The hotel comes from a collaboration of Puerto Rican entrepreneurs who see the property as part of Santurce’s ongoing story.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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The ongoing quest for reality’s full, fundamental nature continues.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Mobility and kids tours are available too.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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The role-playing games will be available as digital-only releases in English, Spanish and French.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The 31-year-old right-hander is being given an opportunity to make the starting rotation, one of a group of what is likely five pitchers vying for what is almost certainly one available spot at the start of the season.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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And there are likely more revelations and resignations to come, given the millions of documents spanning many years in the files released.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The couple spent years volunteering in schools, hospitals, and nursing homes, advancing the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of others through Ellie’s presence and training.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Baltimore Sun reader poll is an unscientific survey in which website users volunteer their opinions on the subject of the poll.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Present.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/present. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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