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as in currently
at the present time
that company doesn't make those toys now because they are unsafe
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3
as in sometimes
on some occasions
goes now here, now there—all seemingly without plan or purpose
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as in immediately
without delay
come here right now
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as in downtown
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
questioned the moral values of the now generation
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as in because
for the reason that
I'll repeat my question now that you are paying attention
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as in today
the time currently existing or in progress
I know I said you could go, but that was then and this is now
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Recent Examples of now
Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 30 May 2026
For now, Hughes is chasing another championship.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
The now 26-year-old superstar was coming off a trip to the NBA Finals and leading the league in scoring.
—Gabe Smallson, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 25 July 2024
Pugh and Braff's red carpet appearance was the first time the now-exes have done a public appearance together.
—Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2023
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Adverb
Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant have long kept details surrounding the creative aspect of their relationship private, until now.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 30 May 2026
For now, Hughes is chasing another championship.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 30 May 2026
Adjective
The now 16-year-old female reticulated giraffe was born in Germany as part of a European breeding program, and has shown signs of respiratory distress for much of her life, the organization said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
The now 26-year-old superstar was coming off a trip to the NBA Finals and leading the league in scoring.
—Gabe Smallson, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
The Padres are built to win now and this is a win-now type of trade that hurts but makes an immediate difference.
—Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 25 July 2024
Pugh and Braff's red carpet appearance was the first time the now-exes have done a public appearance together.
—Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for now
Adverb
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The Iranian official added that current US-Iran talks are focused on ending the war, and nuclear issues are not currently being discussed.—
Alayna Treene,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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The program currently requires companies to submit a plan to the EPA outlining safety precautions, hazard assessments in the case of an accidental release and emergency response steps.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
Adverb
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Defensively, Durbin has been excellent, but offensively he’s ranked among the worst performers in the majors and has lately seen his playing time cut.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Most artists who’ve worked with the Swedish legend and his cohort lately have ended up in a similar musical ballpark.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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In the 1960s, the antiheroine — who sometimes leans hard into villain territory — was brought to life in the live-action world by Newmar on the Batman TV series opposite Adam West, who played the titular crime fighter.—
Kelsie Gibson,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Terminal 2, sometimes called the Humphrey Terminal, hosts smaller airlines, most prominently Sun Country, which was purchased this month by Allegiant Air, but will keep its brand for now, and also Southwest and Frontier.—
Julio Ojeda-Zapata,
Twin Cities,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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Spurs reserve Harrison Barnes accidentally collided with Brunson's right knee while falling to the floor, and the Knicks star immediately grabbed at the leg in apparent pain.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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SoftBank did not immediately respond to CNBC's request for comment.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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The result is a mix of old-school hotel bars, downtown Italian institutions and buzzy French bistros — the kinds of places where A-listers tend to turn up again and again.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 May 2026
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The event will feature local artisans selling handmade, original goods while also encouraging patrons to support downtown small businesses, according to a news release.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Welcome to today's edition of the Daily Open newsletter.—
Katie Foley,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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At today's exchange rate, about US$1,955 per person per night.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
Adverb
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But does that mean there will be no developers anymore?—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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White listeners and white supremacy are always ripe for a dressing down, but there’s no teeth or edge to his provocations anymore.—
Dylan Green,
Pitchfork,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host, and former health secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat who emerged late in the campaign as a front-runner, led a crowded field in the California governor’s race Wednesday morning.—
Praveena Somasundaram,
Washington Post,
3 June 2026
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There are, on average, two weddings a week at the resort; sometimes sound can carry from the beachfront reception, but the party never lasts too late in order to be respectful of guests.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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“Now.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/now. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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