here 1 of 3

adverb

Definition of herenext
as in today

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here

2 of 3

adjective

as in present

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here

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noun

as in there

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Recent Examples of here
Adverb
Continue reading here Kempe’s hat trick leads Kings Adrian Kempe had a hat trick and an assist, Quinton Byfield scored two goals, and the Kings routed the San José Sharks 7-2 on Wednesday night. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026 As for display effectiveness, the PROLED XDR outperformed every other panel tested here in the AdobeRGB and P3 color gamuts, living up to Apple’s claims in this department. — Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026
Adjective
Brondello commended the efforts of here players postgame. — Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 19 Aug. 2025 And the here part, which has a different meaning to each character, is all part of the fabric. — Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 27 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for here
Recent Examples of Synonyms for here
  1. currently
  2. present
  3. there
  4. now
  5. section
  6. anymore
  7. right now
Adverb
  • There was no suspect information, and while the sheriff's office said earlier Monday that there was currently no active threat to the community, Rosas said a shooter could still be at large.
    — Senior Editor, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
  • If elected to council, Clemmons hopes to focus on the city budget, which is currently facing about a $10 million shortfall for 2027.
    — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of currently
Adjective
  • Multiple bulk containers of sauces and dips in walk-in cooler nearest back loading area have unhandled utensils present in product for dispensing.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
  • New regulations starting in 2027 will also limit tax credits for certain lawfully present immigrants, which could result in an additional 1 million uninsured individuals over time.
    — Fatima Hussein, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of present
Noun
  • The Yard, a bohemian collection of eateries and small businesses nestled away in an oh-is-that-still-there enclave in Wilton Manors, is slated for demolition.
    — Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026
  • In Fitzgerald’s heyday, barely-there bobs were a symbol of youth, rebellion, and liberation.
    — Molly Mulshine, InStyle, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of there
Adverb
  • This is in the air already, given Andrew Cuomo’s decision to run a third-party campaign after losing the Democratic primary to democratic socialist and now-New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Within two years, an initial examination determined the meteorite hailed from Mars; scientists are now finally digging deeper, with stunning results.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of now
Noun
  • Testing a critical component The Mk21A serves as the front-end payload section of the Sentinel ICBM.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • When the rhythm section drops away, her voice hangs among flute, synthesiser, and reverberation; when the rhythm returns, the bass feels newly physical.
    — Emma Madden, Pitchfork, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of section
Adverb
  • But for most first-time buyers, the 3% era isn’t really the sore spot anymore.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2026
  • People don't have to be afraid to take a pro female stance on this issue anymore.
    — Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of anymore
Adverb
  • Neither team is playing well right now, and the Eagles are starting a backup quarterback.
    — Mac Engel October 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Googlebooks come with one of two processor options right now, while the comparable MacBooks have two chip choices.
    — Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of right now

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“Here.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/here. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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