1
as in tides
a prevailing or general movement or inclination
the currents of fashion are always changing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of currents
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—
Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2026
But the royals, with their pomp and circumstance, bring a special kind of diplomatic firepower, and the king will no doubt do his best to navigate the currents in the relationship, and quell the troubled waters.
—Holly Williams, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
Brian Hooker has said his wife, Lynette, fell off their boat and was swept away by strong currents on April 4.
—Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The critical system of ocean currents which loops around the Atlantic Ocean is weakening and could be far closer to collapse than previously thought, according to two new studies — an event which would have catastrophic impacts on the planet’s weather and climate.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2026
The batteries' electrical currents can eat through the esophagus, vocal cords or airways.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Kansas City Star Weather Bot, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 26 Apr. 2026
Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2026
But the royals, with their pomp and circumstance, bring a special kind of diplomatic firepower, and the king will no doubt do his best to navigate the currents in the relationship, and quell the troubled waters.
—Holly Williams, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026
Brian Hooker has said his wife, Lynette, fell off their boat and was swept away by strong currents on April 4.
—Janelle Griffith, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The critical system of ocean currents which loops around the Atlantic Ocean is weakening and could be far closer to collapse than previously thought, according to two new studies — an event which would have catastrophic impacts on the planet’s weather and climate.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2026
The batteries' electrical currents can eat through the esophagus, vocal cords or airways.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for currents
Noun
-
Timing your visit around the tides gives you two completely different — and equally memorable — experiences.—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Apr. 2026
-
Because of this, the incoming and outgoing tides can be extremely powerful.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
The risk level for tornadoes is low and the risk for hail and strong winds is medium, forecasters said.—
Remington Miller,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2026
-
Monday’s weather features plenty of sun, light winds and some heat.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
The slimdown of staff continues a trend in the tech sector, which long had been known for its largesse and expansionist tendencies as many traditional businesses headed in the opposite direction.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
-
In 2024, Julie Aitken Schermer, a psychology professor at the University of Western Ontario in Canada, published a paper that showed drivers who modified their exhaust systems to be louder were more likely to have psychopathic and sadist tendencies.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Welcome back to The Athletic’s title-race tracker, where our data and tactics writers analyse the key trends behind the two-horse race for the Premier League crown between Arsenal and Manchester City.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
-
Sign up for our weekly newsletter that goes beyond the livestream, offering a closer look at the trends and figures shaping the ETF market.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Prior to that time, a conservative who dared toss the dirty indictment at his or her opponent would face disapproval from all directions, and, of course, condemnation from the legacy media.—
Bob Ehrlich,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Apr. 2026
-
Now that her eldest son is in his 20s and her youngest son, 14, is old enough to stay home by himself, the actor feels ready to expand in all directions.—
Zeba Blay,
SELF,
21 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Currents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/currents. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
