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as in conventional
accepted, used, or practiced by most people
current wisdom on parenting favors allowing children lots of self-expression
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as in new
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
current therapies for treating cancer have success rates that were undreamed of only a few decades ago
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as in present
existing or in progress right now
the current fund-raising effort
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as in direction
a prevailing or general movement or inclination
the currents of fashion are always changing
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Recent Examples of current
Reshma Saujani, Glamour, 18 Feb. 2025
Where to Stream The Last Showgirl Online Distributed by Roadside Attractions, The Last Showgirl is expected to land on Hulu — the exclusive streamer of the distributor’s films — when its current theatrical run is over sometime in late March or early April.
—Rudie Obias, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Feb. 2025
Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Meteorologists said the hits of cold are because of displacement in the jet stream, the west-to-east band of air that moves weather currents across the globe.
—Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
In its current form, the CDCTC is woefully insufficient.
—Reshma Saujani, Glamour, 18 Feb. 2025
Where to Stream The Last Showgirl Online Distributed by Roadside Attractions, The Last Showgirl is expected to land on Hulu — the exclusive streamer of the distributor’s films — when its current theatrical run is over sometime in late March or early April.
—Rudie Obias, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Feb. 2025
Noun
In addition, coastal features like rip tides and strong currents pose a greater risk to beachgoers than sharks.
—Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
Meteorologists said the hits of cold are because of displacement in the jet stream, the west-to-east band of air that moves weather currents across the globe.
—Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for current
Adjective
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There was no conventional way to insert the centre-forward Arsenal had been so painfully lacking in the first 69 minutes of the match.—
Jordan Campbell,
The Athletic,
16 Feb. 2025
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These are typically more expensive than conventional eggs even absent an outbreak of bird flu.—
Christine Rousselle,
Fox News,
15 Feb. 2025
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The dismissals come less than three weeks after a midair collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter killed 67 people and brought new scrutiny to air traffic controllers and their workloads.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The video discussion started with benchmarks, details about xAI's new data center and the desire to create a chatbot that didn't need to be politically correct.—
Ina Fried,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Rybakina’s insomnia worsened in Cincinnati, according to sources who were present at the event.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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However, in version B, if the total time for public input exceeds 30 minutes, public comments would resume for any remaining speakers who are present at the end of the board meeting.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2025
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Classes at the campus will be offered in English, with the main three-year courses offered for areas such as fashion design, fashion management, fashion product, fashion styling and creative direction, in addition to special programs dedicated to interior design and fragrances and cosmetics.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
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There are some adjustments that come to the story in the finale that will affect the direction of season two.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Feb. 2025
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An extreme cold warning is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are expected or occurring.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Feb. 2025
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High winds buffeted the Atlantic Coast on Monday from Florida to Maine but the gusts into the 60s may have seemed like a gentle breeze compared to the howling winds at the Mount Washington Observatory in New Hampshire.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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According to the January 29 data, cases of illness were reported in California, Illinois, Massachusetts,, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, In a break from its usual conduct, the CDC has failed to update its tracking webpages to include either outbreak.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
23 Feb. 2025
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Most will understand that politics as usual are not enough to address the country’s significant challenges.—
Ido Vock,
TIME,
22 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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What of the electoral reform and emergency legislation needed for a legitimate, modern vote?—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN,
19 Feb. 2025
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The painting, titled Crude Oil (Vettriano) and completed in 2005, has a high estimate of £5 million and will headline the house’s modern and contemporary evening sale.—
George Nelson for ArtNews,
Robb Report,
19 Feb. 2025
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Out in the cold: Greenland at centre of political power play but sees CONCACAF future Greenland has been thrust into geopolitical significance recently due to U.S. president Donald Trump’s ongoing proposal to purchase the semiautonomous territory of Denmark.—
Richard Amofa,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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This moment underscored the ongoing challenges faced by Black athletes, especially Black women, in sports.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Current.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/current. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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