as in today
the time currently existing or in progress
while we can plan for the future, we must first deal with the here and now
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Recent Examples of here and now
Shifting to agile cryptographic architectures can benefit you here and now on both the security and business fronts.
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Klaudia Zaika, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Routines ground us in the here and now and remind us of things within our control that do not have to change.
—Stephanie Innes, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
While one person may want to save and invest in their future, their partner may want to enjoy the here and now, knowing tomorrow isn’t guaranteed.
—Tanyel Mustafa, refinery29.com, 8 Oct. 2024
Develop a mindfulness practice to stay grounded in the here and now.
—Nathalie Weister, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
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Klaudia Zaika, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024
Routines ground us in the here and now and remind us of things within our control that do not have to change.
—Stephanie Innes, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
While one person may want to save and invest in their future, their partner may want to enjoy the here and now, knowing tomorrow isn’t guaranteed.
—Tanyel Mustafa, refinery29.com, 8 Oct. 2024
Develop a mindfulness practice to stay grounded in the here and now.
—Nathalie Weister, Forbes, 17 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for here and now
Recent Examples of Synonyms for here and now
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.Ainsley Platt, arkansasonline.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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From enormous ocean liners complete with mini-amusement parks, kids’ clubs, casinos, comedy clubs, and upscale lounges, to small river cruises with a focus on culture and off-board excursions that show off local flavors, there are so many options for travelers today.Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
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The Padres are built to win now and this is a win-now type of trade that hurts but makes an immediate difference.Jim Bowden, The Athletic, 25 July 2024
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Pugh and Braff's red carpet appearance was the first time the now-exes have done a public appearance together.Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2023
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At present, Grynchuk's department calculates the environmental cost of the war at some $70 billion—and that's likely the tip of the iceberg.David Vetter, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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The producers and stars have already said that King and Conqueror will show a different side to those who battled for the crown and Norton is having a bit of a moment on both sides of the pond at present, adding some serious star power.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2024
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“Here and now.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/here%20and%20now. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.
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