as in presents
the time currently existing or in progress
while we can plan for the future, we must first deal with the here and now
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Noun
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Best Gifts for 5-Year-Olds When looking for gifts for 5-year-olds, opt for presents that encourage cooperative play, such as a family-friendly board game.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
7 Nov. 2025 -
The Running Point actress was spotted shopping for holiday presents last December with a hands-free bag strapped across her body, and just one 12-second TikTok clip persuaded us to dole out some change on a purse that’s just like hers.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Massively popular in the Victorian era (especially the late 1800’s), gallery rails are finding their way into todays trad and modern homes alike.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Here and nows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/here%20and%20nows. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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