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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2
as in immediately
without delay answer my question right now

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of right now Here are the seven best American Cabernet Francs to drink right now. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2026 Building it deliberately is one of the most important investments any organization can make right now, not because AI is taking jobs, but because AI is raising the bar on what the best jobs actually require. — Ali Alkhafaji, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 The bond market is giving 2022 vibes right now, and not in a positive way, according to Bank of America. — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 25 Sep. 2026 And right now, 25% off feels pretty premium for Prime Big Deal Days savings! — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 25 Sep. 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
  • Nine empty apartments are currently listed on StreetEasy for the building where Next Gen’s Ava Dash seems to be living, and nine more are open in Zakkour’s.
    — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Evidence of 'heavy seeds' in the early universe There is currently some debate regarding how black holes first started growing in the infant cosmos.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of currently
Adverb
  • His office did not immediately respond to questions from The Associated Press regarding a possible snap election.
    — JOSEPH WILSON, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Reps for Bryan and Gillette stadium did not immediately return a request for comment.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of immediately
Adverb
  • Starship debuted in April 2023 and now has 13 missions under its belt, all of them suborbital.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Muse now can help consumers identify and cancel recurring subscriptions.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of now
Adverb
  • This starts with every company that is training and deploying frontier models having robust internal processes and controls to ensure that their technology behaves as intended and that any issues are promptly identified and resolved.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Experts recommend seeing a doctor promptly for any lump, swelling, pain or change in a testicle.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of promptly
Adverb
  • People don't want to go around changing their Clocks anymore and, besides, far and away, most people like having an hour of extra sunlight in the evening, rather than in the morning.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • As charge volumes rise and whistleblower programs keep rewarding detailed tips, the record behind every interview isn’t a back-office detail anymore.
    — Beth Worthy, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of anymore
Adverb
  • There’s definitely something about a new TV that instantly makes the whole living room feel upgraded.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026
  • However, redeeming points for a stay doesn’t instantly change your points expiration.
    — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of instantly
Adverb
  • That same night, Meyer allegedly transferred $10,000 directly from the same fund account, which held investor money raised to buy shares of online casino operator Playstar.
    — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Theoretically, this means that smaller, independent artists can release their work on social media platforms and directly reach the audiences most inclined to appreciate it.
    — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of directly
Adverb
  • Then Underwood dropped back, stepped up, rolled right and threw a long touchdown pass to Buchanan for a 19-14 lead.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The beach is right there for swimming and paddleboarding when the surf is calm, and the trails through the dunes are manageable for kids old enough to walk them without being carried.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 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 4 Oct. 2026.

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