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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
present-day technology has rendered yesterday's marvels obsolete
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as in current
existing or in progress right now
the present-day administration in Washington
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Recent Examples of present-day
The upcoming game follows the exploits of Atsu, who returns to Ezo, which is present-day Hokkaido.
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Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
In a present-day concert, how might Trump fare as a leader?
—Stacie E. Goddard, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Snakes abound in the megaliths unearthed at the archaeological site of Gobekli Tepe in present-day Turkey, where Neolithic peoples attached special significance to serpents roughly 10,000 years ago.
—Stephen S. Hall, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
The original Highlander, in 1986, starred Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery and portrayed the climax of an ancient battle between immortal warriors, unfolding through interwoven past and present-day storylines.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
In a present-day concert, how might Trump fare as a leader?
—Stacie E. Goddard, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Snakes abound in the megaliths unearthed at the archaeological site of Gobekli Tepe in present-day Turkey, where Neolithic peoples attached special significance to serpents roughly 10,000 years ago.
—Stephen S. Hall, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
The original Highlander, in 1986, starred Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery and portrayed the climax of an ancient battle between immortal warriors, unfolding through interwoven past and present-day storylines.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for present-day
Adjective
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The ability to influence others and follow through on commitments becomes more essential in the modern world.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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The asymmetrical flap and the dark and light brown color blocking add a modern touch to the classic front-button silhouette.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Its forecast for sales of $159 billion to $164 billion during the current quarter (April-June) also surpassed analysts' estimates – a sign that Amazon is confident in its ability to navigate the shifting tariff situation.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Bojorquez has been good and is entering the final year of his current deal.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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The immaculate print appeared to this layman’s eye to look about as sharp as contemporary digital Imax, but with the celluloid origins and print adding additional richness.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2025
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Our use of contemporary comparison zoological material is really what gives us the confidence.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Once an hour has passed, the lab technicians will measure how much plasma is present.—
Suchandrima Bhowmik,
Health,
1 May 2025
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Taylor did this in such a way that the test didn't assume which gases might be present.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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George and Amal were welcomed to Brignoles by the mayor, who shared a photo with the couple outside their new home in 2021.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
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You’re being invited to graduate from the lessons of your past and step into a new version of yourself.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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This analysis of an innovative AI breakthrough is part of my ongoing Forbes column coverage on the latest in AI, including identifying and explaining various impactful AI complexities (see the link here).—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The following year, due to the ongoing war situation in Ukraine, the Contest was hosted in Liverpool, UK.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
4 May 2025
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“Present-day.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/present-day. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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