1
as in currently
at the present time
right now we are in the middle of a major home renovation
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2
as in immediately
without delay
answer my question right now
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Recent Examples of right now
Maybe frequenting restaurants, bars, or coffee shops together just isn’t the right context for you right now.
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Miriam Kirmayer, SELF, 6 Aug. 2025
Instead of focusing on the federal government right now, though, Malone pushes for advocating for change and health funding at the state and local levels.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Uric Dufrene, the Sanders Chair of Business at Indiana University Southeast, said that while vintage clothing is the trend right now, there could be multiple reasons why thrift shopping has become more popular in recent years, the least of which is the economy.
—Molly Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 30 July 2025
The video encouraged fans to go to the Victoria's Secret app for more insider information, though right now the app is still just populated with recaps from last year's show.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 29 July 2025
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Miriam Kirmayer, SELF, 6 Aug. 2025
Instead of focusing on the federal government right now, though, Malone pushes for advocating for change and health funding at the state and local levels.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Uric Dufrene, the Sanders Chair of Business at Indiana University Southeast, said that while vintage clothing is the trend right now, there could be multiple reasons why thrift shopping has become more popular in recent years, the least of which is the economy.
—Molly Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 30 July 2025
The video encouraged fans to go to the Victoria's Secret app for more insider information, though right now the app is still just populated with recaps from last year's show.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for right now
Adverb
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The Army Office of Special Trial Counsel is currently in the process of drawing up charges.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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The foundry business, currently dragging on margins and perception, could be spun off or divested entirely.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Farthing's attorney did not immediately respond to a request for comment from USA TODAY.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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According to police, the child was immediately transported by ambulance to Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford where they were listed in stable condition after receiving stitches for head scalp wounds.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
13 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The Brewers had a great manager in Craig Counsell, now with the Cubs.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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But now, with the 992.2 revision that debuted earlier this year, the new Cup will now be upgraded to reflect changes to its exterior.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Last Tuesday, reliever Brock Stewart, their lone bullpen acquisition at the trade deadline, recorded a hold with one scoreless inning against the Blue Jays and promptly went on the IL with shoulder inflammation.—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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On the second play, Stidham rolled out and found Engram on a drag — and the free-agent tight end promptly went galloping down the right sideline for 58 yards.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
16 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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So no, candidate fraud isn’t just about white lies on a resume anymore.—
Michael Fitzsimmons,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Massie was such a perpetual thorn in the side of the GOP that House leaders didn’t bother to whip his vote anymore.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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This unique thin belt uses a locking system, which replaces the traditional hook closure that tends to stretch out over time — just slide the accessory to tighten the fit, then secure the metal lock to instantly cinch a blazer or prevent your pants from falling.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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That path is instantly decimated as a more and more drunken Adriana spends the day going scorched earth on Marysol, both behind her back and to her face.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
7 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Aug. 2025
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Putin appeared to warn European leaders and Zelensky to stay out of the way of what was a work-in-progress, even though the fate of Ukraine impacts them directly.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
16 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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There are many direct-to-consumer wellness apps out there: Meditation apps that guide you through mindfulness exercises and breath work or access to therapy right from your phone.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
8 Aug. 2025
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Cena said he’s shared many valuable moments in this ring and thanked the fans right back.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Right now.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right%20now. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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