as in presents
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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Noun
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Think giant inflatable hamster balls and a massive slingshot for flinging Christmas presents.—
Kristen Baldwin,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Nov. 2025 -
This 2025 holiday gift guide features a variety of presents for pets like dogs, cats, and hamsters.—
Jessica Moore,
USA Today,
4 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
Noun
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These might include articles, courses or micro-coaching moments, all designed to meet the employee's unique needs.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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New Yorkers have always risen to critical moments—demanding not perfection, but courage and connection.—
Sally Susman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Nows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nows. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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