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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
Working primarily in Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma), Reeves tracked down murderers, thieves, bootleggers and other outlaws across a vast and often dangerous frontier.
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Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
Paleoarchaeologists previously traced most of the sarcens to about 15 miles away to present-day Marlborough, England, while many of the bluestones originated in Wales.
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Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
4 June 2026
Kokopeli, inspired by a group of present-day teenagers who were producing online South Park fan-fiction episodes, decided to appropriate the characters for his own work.
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Theo Belci,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Both versions of its former self are evident in its present-day design as a luxury hotel.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
Paleoarchaeologists previously traced most of the sarcens to about 15 miles away to present-day Marlborough, England, while many of the bluestones originated in Wales.
—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
4 June 2026
Kokopeli, inspired by a group of present-day teenagers who were producing online South Park fan-fiction episodes, decided to appropriate the characters for his own work.
—
Theo Belci,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Both versions of its former self are evident in its present-day design as a luxury hotel.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for present-day
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The finish is what sells it, and the modern methods aim to look like hair that’s always been there.
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Executive Travel And Leadership The modern executive is, functionally, a professional time-zone crosser.
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Research by Justin Mankin, a Dartmouth geography associate professor, found current forecasts imply the 2026-2027 El Niño could be the costliest yet.
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Independent music critic Molly Mary O’Brien noted how the early-to-mid-’90s period that produced the original iteration of pop-punk fashion, and the current moment Rodrigo now operates within, are vastly different.
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For Jones, that’s ultimately what makes Lestat feel like a contemporary artist.
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After winning the Grammy for best contemporary country album in February, Jelly Roll emotionally dedicated the trophy to Bunnie, who wept and applauded in the audience.
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While the insect has long been present in Germany, its increasing prevalence is due to climate change and is linked to biodiversity loss, according to the EPS-Radar website.
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Alongside the usual go-to technology present in all of Unistellar's smart telescopes, the Odyssey and Odyssey Pro models also have autofocus to help even more when imaging the night sky.
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Karen Derrico was accused of threatening to kill her ex-husband, Deon Derrico, and their children in a new criminal complaint.
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Pochettino fielded nine new starters for this low-stakes game, but Christian Pulisic entered in the 58th minute.
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The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
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Amid the ongoing search for her mother Nancy Guthrie, Savannah Guthrie celebrated a happy occasion over the weekend, writing a sweet tribute to her husband, Michael Feldman, for Father’s Day.
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“Present-day.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/present-day. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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