present-day

adjective

ˈpre-zᵊnt-ˈdā How to pronounce present-day (audio)
Definition of present-daynext
1
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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2
as in current
existing or in progress right now the present-day administration in Washington

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Recent Examples of present-day Keeping his promise, Gaetjens began coaching them on a field in La Saline, a neighborhood that has since been overtaken by present-day armed gangs. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026 As a result, recording Clovis was an intensely personal affair for both Shooter Jennings, and one of Waylon’s biggest present-day admirers, Crockett. — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2026 Of course, the many who read Frida were still a select few compared to the staggering number of present-day admirers. — Jonathon Keats, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 The ancient people living in present-day Ohio were also into mound building. — Joe Yogerst, CNN Money, 27 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for present-day
Recent Examples of Synonyms for present-day
  1. modern
  2. current
  3. contemporary
  4. present
  5. new
  6. ongoing
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  • In a statement, an AT&T spokesperson said modern alternatives to copper hold up better during disasters and said landline service wouldn’t be discontinued until at least June 1, 2027.
    — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
  • The asymmetrical silhouette is also fresh and modern, and Quince's supple Italian nappa leather looks far more expensive than its price.
    — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
Definition of modern
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  • The last, loudest horn would emit a sound similar to, if not more fierce than, the current average car horn sound.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 12 July 2026
  • That said, the case total so far is four times higher than at the same point last year, according to current CDC national data, which lag dramatically from what’s being reported by the states.
    — Mike Stobbe, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
Definition of current
Adjective
  • The façade is partially clad in white terra-cotta, an old-fashioned material that speaks to the neighborhood’s vintage architecture, but is used here in a contemporary way.
    — Fred Albert, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Surrounded by olive trees, thyme, and lavender, Skinopi Lodge offers a contemporary take on traditional syrmata.
    — Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
Definition of contemporary
Adjective
  • But like every rookie, even an elderly 23-year-old like Lendeborg, inconsistency was still present.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
  • Despite the intense scrutiny, Ryan is performing and, more importantly, staying present with the upstart Twins.
    — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of present
Adjective
  • Buckhead Heritage, a historic preservation organization, will make a historic building its new headquarters after reaching an agreement with Atlanta Public Schools.
    — Carson Bonner, AJC.com, 7 July 2026
  • The airlines haven’t yet announced what their new, combined frequent flyer program will look like, however.
    — Zach Wichter, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of new
Adjective
  • The court also allowed claims that the company unfairly benefited by skimping on security, may have violated North Carolina’s unfair-trade law, and could be ordered to clarify and improve its ongoing data-security duties.
    — Chase Jordan July 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
  • Sign up for PEOPLE‘s free True Crime newsletter for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases.
    — Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
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