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as in tides
a prevailing or general movement or inclination
the currents of fashion are always changing
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as in winds
noticeable movement of air in a particular direction
curtains that were being lightly lifted by a fresh current from the open window
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Recent Examples of currents
Swimming is permitted only on the Atlantic side south of the jetty due to strong currents, and there are no lifeguards, so take beach flag warnings seriously.
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Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
These currents vary in speed and can swiftly become perilous for anyone venturing into the surf.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 31 May 2026
The issue now is whether there will be enough wind to get the fleet racing against the strong currents of the Hudson.
—Andrew Rice, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Over the course of four to six months per coil, the team will subject components to full operational electrical currents, which reach 68 kiloamperes (kA) for the toroidal field units and 48 kA for the poloidal field units.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Its position between northern and southern Europe offers the advantage of soaring mountains that protect vines from cold air masses and rain from the north, while a series of valleys that usher in maritime air currents from Lake Garda and the Mediterranean bring in warmth and humidity.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 24 May 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 May 2026
Bryna Laub, editor of Daytime Serial Newsletter, felt the show besmirched the sanctity of soaps and contributed to the broader currents of shame surrounding the genre.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
However, conditions are extremely challenging, with unpredictable strong currents, narrow passageways leading to a vast chamber, and pitch-black darkness throughout, Shareef said.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 17 May 2026
Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
These currents vary in speed and can swiftly become perilous for anyone venturing into the surf.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 31 May 2026
The issue now is whether there will be enough wind to get the fleet racing against the strong currents of the Hudson.
—Andrew Rice, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Over the course of four to six months per coil, the team will subject components to full operational electrical currents, which reach 68 kiloamperes (kA) for the toroidal field units and 48 kA for the poloidal field units.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Its position between northern and southern Europe offers the advantage of soaring mountains that protect vines from cold air masses and rain from the north, while a series of valleys that usher in maritime air currents from Lake Garda and the Mediterranean bring in warmth and humidity.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 24 May 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 May 2026
Bryna Laub, editor of Daytime Serial Newsletter, felt the show besmirched the sanctity of soaps and contributed to the broader currents of shame surrounding the genre.
—Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
However, conditions are extremely challenging, with unpredictable strong currents, narrow passageways leading to a vast chamber, and pitch-black darkness throughout, Shareef said.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 17 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for currents
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The importance of the weather D-day, secretly known as Operation Overlord, was timed based on several factors, including the weather, the tides and the moonlight.—
Emily Zemler,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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Establish the right principles, deliver it with the right language and methods, and all tides will rise.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Overcoming high desert winds The team used Nabrawind’s new Total Self-Erecting System (SES) and Skylift turbine technology for the installation.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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The same year, Hurricane Dora passed within about 400 miles of Hawaii, churning up winds on the islands that contributed to the Lahaina fire disaster on Maui.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
1 June 2026
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The next major point of interest is the punchy, barely contained synth bass that eats up much of the mix, but even that is pulling from a predictable arsenal of Max Martin tendencies.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Even so, there is a real responsibility on the introverted leader to understand how their natural tendencies land with the people around them and how to be most effective within that awareness.—
Bill Koch,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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The collaboration arrives amid broader industry discussions surrounding originality and ownership in beauty, where viral trends often move faster than proper attribution.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Like many early 2000s trends now making a comeback (think wedge sandals and low-rise pants), the halter top has shed much of the overt flashiness that once defined it.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
30 May 2026
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Pedestrians surged in all directions along the sidewalks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Some of the resort offerings feel a little forced (or like an episode of White Lotus), especially the Haab dinner experience when locals dress up in traditional Maya garb and put on a performance to honor the four cardinal directions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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“Currents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/currents. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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