right now

adverb

Definition of right nownext
1
as in currently
at the present time right now we are in the middle of a major home renovation

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Relevance

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2
as in immediately
without delay answer my question right now

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Recent Examples of right now And the numbers say Bret Bielema's current team would be nowhere close to 6-3 in the SEC right now. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026 There’s a lot of mascots over there at Fox News who need a hug right now. — Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026 Dior Rosy Glow Blush, $42 Brooks Nader is everywhere right now. — Christina Oehler, InStyle, 7 Nov. 2026 Alongside such ambitious, long-term thinking, Biggs also needs to adopt an urgent, immediate approach to paying CPS’ bills right now. — David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for right now
Recent Examples of Synonyms for right now
  1. currently
  2. immediately
  3. now
  4. promptly
  5. anymore
  6. instantly
  7. directly
  8. right
Adverb
  • There was no suspect information, and while the sheriff's office said earlier Monday that there was currently no active threat to the community, Rosas said a shooter could still be at large.
    — Senior Editor, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
  • If elected to council, Clemmons hopes to focus on the city budget, which is currently facing about a $10 million shortfall for 2027.
    — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of currently
Adverb
  • The Monterey County district attorney’s office did not immediately respond to questions from The Times.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Spokespersons for Hinojosa and Talarico did not immediately respond to requests for comment Friday.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of immediately
Adverb
  • Chambers himself is now accused of riot, conspiracy to riot, and money laundering offenses, defense attorney Aitor Martínez Jiménez told the Washington Examiner.
    — Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 9 Nov. 2026
  • To certain journalists, there’s little point in distinguishing between AI and human authorship now that many people use AI to research and draft.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of now
Adverb
  • People with bloody diarrhea, signs of dehydration, or other severe symptoms should seek medical attention promptly, the Health Department said.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Courts in Brazil and Norway issued preliminary injunctions blocking the terms after organizations in those countries promptly filed lawsuits, Nieman Lab reported.
    — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of promptly
Adverb
  • But for most first-time buyers, the 3% era isn’t really the sore spot anymore.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2026
  • People don't have to be afraid to take a pro female stance on this issue anymore.
    — Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of anymore
Adverb
  • The soft, lightweight layer features ribbed detailing that instantly dresses up classic jeans or trousers.
    — Kaitlin Gates, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Step inside the glassy tower and the mood softens instantly; warm wood panelling, geometric latticework and ikebana arrangements nod to traditional craftsmanship; lantern-like lighting casts a gentle glow across stone floors and neutral textiles.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of instantly
Adverb
  • In the Soil Grubs and some types of moth larvae may dig in even deeper and overwinter directly in the soil itself.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Earlier this year, Yeezy relaunched with wardrobe essentials sold directly through its website.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of directly
Adverb
  • Caden Piening’s diving catch of an Alonza Barnett III pass right at the pylon — ruled a 6-yard touchdown with 1 second left.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Brisk weekend in Baltimore Sunday begins with a mostly clear sky and temperatures averaging in the low to mid-40s away from the bay and upper 40s right along the bayfront.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of right

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“Right now.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right%20now. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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