1
as in shortly
at or within a short time
I cannot attend to the matter this instant, but I will presently
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2
as in currently
at the present time
we are presently waiting in line for our turn
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3
as in now
without delay
the performance is starting presently
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Recent Examples of presently
It's presently adhered to the chest skin via a conductive gel, but future versions should utilize a more breathable, comfortable material.
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2025
Despite this, the DOJ is presently attacking Visa for succeeding in a space (debit) that is already defined by enormous competition, and that will include quite a bit more in the near and long term.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
And the dollar’s own instability can presently be found in the flashing market signal that is $7 trillion worth of daily currency trading.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
The Indian space agency, ISRO, presently has two operational launch pads at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.
—Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 7 Mar. 2025
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Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2025
Despite this, the DOJ is presently attacking Visa for succeeding in a space (debit) that is already defined by enormous competition, and that will include quite a bit more in the near and long term.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
And the dollar’s own instability can presently be found in the flashing market signal that is $7 trillion worth of daily currency trading.
—John Tamny, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
The Indian space agency, ISRO, presently has two operational launch pads at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.
—Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presently
Adverb
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The fast food giants also plans to drive traffic by bringing back its once-popular Snack Wrap, which started disappearing from stores in 2016, shortly before pandemic lockdowns began.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2025
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The incident occurred shortly before the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily halted the deportation of Venezuelan men from Texas under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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College coaches are currently awaiting official approval of the House vs. NCAA settlement.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
22 Apr. 2025
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There is currently no information on the containment of the fire and its cause has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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The industry has already swallowed price increases and made supply-chain shifts where possible, professionals say, and higher prices will now hit consumers, likely slowing growth in a part of the economy that’s made up of lots of small, even mom-and-pop, businesses.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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The first trade war with China was a boon for Vietnam — what about now?—
Stephanie Yang,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Son Chris arrived soon after, and all the adults started searching the property — until Scott noticed some bones among the ashes at the burn pile.—
Susan Mallie,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2025
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And soon after, China got in on the action too, joining the WTO in 2001 and fully integrating into the global trade system like a kid finally allowed at the adult table – who would later proceed to totally dominate the manufacturing of every other table.—
Rachel Marsden,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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The Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Diego was immediately flown back to the Galápagos to join a last-ditch breeding program in 1977.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Unlike Southampton, who promptly dispatched their second manager of this season, Ivan Juric, immediately after relegation was confirmed, there has been a hesitancy about making a change.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Passengers are advised to practice frequent handwashing, report illnesses promptly, and consider using disinfectants in their cabins.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Panthenol soothes the skin and strengthens the moisture barrier, and the lightly bubbling texture is instantly calming.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
21 Apr. 2025
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Uber was appealing because using an app to instantly summon a car is much easier than chasing down a cab.—
Lila Shroff,
The Atlantic,
21 Apr. 2025
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Seth Eli Barlow,
Arkansas Online,
29 Apr. 2025
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Louisiana's nine detention centers, eight of which are privately operated, include the only ICE facility in the country directly connected to an airport, thus streamlining mass deportations across the state.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Lindsey Reese,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Presently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presently. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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