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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Recent Examples of right now That’s not really what God has planned or whatever for right now. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 17 Aug. 2026 Somewhere in your funnel right now, a customer is asking your brand a question. — Neerav Vyas, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 Getty Images/iStockphoto Borrowers are carrying a substantial amount of credit card debt right now, which is hardly surprising given today's numerous economic challenges. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026 Between Tulsa and Landman, which Taylor is writing right now. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 17 Aug. 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
  • Between Hutson and Ilya Protas, Washington features two of the best value selections in the league currently.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Accessibility While there are accessible rooms, the main entrance is not currently wheelchair-friendly, limiting overall accessibility.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of currently
Adverb
  • Hansen’s attorney, who is with the Post-Conviction Justice Project at University of Southern California Gould School of Law, did not immediately respond to a request for comment Friday afternoon.
    — Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Dehqani said reconstruction work began immediately after the refinery was hit during the 12-day war between Iran and Israel in 2025.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of immediately
Adverb
  • Some of the best accommodations around the park are Disney Resorts Collection hotels, and select properties under that umbrella are currently offering up to 30% off stays of at least five consecutive nights from now through October 3, 2026.
    — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Three days later, the person authorities in multiple countries now say was the attacker was revealed to be Anastasiia Berezovska – a Ukrainian woman with a large snake tattoo on her arm.
    — Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of now
Adverb
  • When concerns were raised about this contract, the Town took them seriously, reviewed the matter carefully, and acted promptly based on the findings.
    — Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • As such, William promptly invaded, with Pope Alexander II on his side.
    — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of promptly
Adverb
  • But the island’s class divide isn’t just about dirt bike races for glory and bonfire fistfights anymore.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026
  • After reviewing enough job posts that listed the position as remote only to find out the company requires employees to work in office, Petersen doesn’t trust job descriptions anymore.
    — Rachel Barber, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of anymore
Adverb
  • Roster spots are also limited and can’t be instantly expanded.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • White, meanwhile, instantly lightens an outfit to add a luminous, almost ethereal touch.
    — Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of instantly
Adverb
  • When the state failed to secure bids, municipalities had to seek emergency supplies or contact salt mines directly.
    — Steve Zalusky, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Reporting the issue directly helps our teams assess the situation and coordinate an appropriate response.
    — Terell Bailey, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of directly
Adverb
  • His home could soon sit right next to one of the 200-foot-high-voltage transmission towers.
    — Joy Benedict, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • At other moments, conversation and connection were happening right outside on the balcony between attendees, some of whom were meeting each other for the first time.
    — Shi Bradley, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 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 24 Aug. 2026.

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