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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
present-day technology has rendered yesterday's marvels obsolete
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as in current
existing or in progress right now
the present-day administration in Washington
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Recent Examples of present-day
The findings offer new insights into the lifestyle and behaviors of one of our ancient ancestors, building on other recent research that found H. erectus lived at high altitudes in present-day Ethiopia.
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Jan. 2025
The Aaliyah Barbie serves as a testament to the lasting impact of the singer, connecting her 1990s legacy with present-day admiration.
—Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Located in present-day Wyoming, the modest fort included a blacksmith shop, a corral and a few log cabins, per the 1946 biography Jim Bridger, Mountain Man.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Thirty years later in present-day San Francisco, Blake is an unemployed writer and full-time caregiver, married to workaholic journalist Charlotte (Julia Garner).
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
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Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Jan. 2025
The Aaliyah Barbie serves as a testament to the lasting impact of the singer, connecting her 1990s legacy with present-day admiration.
—Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
Located in present-day Wyoming, the modest fort included a blacksmith shop, a corral and a few log cabins, per the 1946 biography Jim Bridger, Mountain Man.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
Thirty years later in present-day San Francisco, Blake is an unemployed writer and full-time caregiver, married to workaholic journalist Charlotte (Julia Garner).
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for present-day
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There appeared to be the votes on the Miami-Dade commission to build a modern replacement of the incinerator on the same location in Doral, until Eric Trump, who runs the president’s hospitality business, came out against the plan days after his father won the 2024 election.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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While the hotel's interiors ooze modern sophistication (there is a sleek marble fireplace in the lobby and a statement chandelier hanging above an elegant seating area), the decor also pays homage to the property's roots.—
Dobrina Zhekova,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Jan. 2025
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Judges put on the bench by Lamont are more than half of the current roster of 179 active judges.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
25 Jan. 2025
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That is more than twice the current target — and far higher than America’s own military spending, which is near a post-Cold War low.—
Josh Holder,
New York Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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The immersive track features impeccable production that highlights elements of electronic pop and contemporary R&B.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
24 Jan. 2025
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But the story of loneliness in contemporary America isn’t so straightforward.—
Faith Hill,
The Atlantic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Being present emotionally means showing up without distractions and offering your undivided attention even during mundane moments.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
25 Jan. 2025
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On this one, by virtue of the fact that its budget was a lot smaller and Steven was paying for it himself, there were whole levels of approval that just weren’t present.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
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Former White House advisor Steve Bannon has also taken issue with Musk, who Trump tapped to co-lead a new Department of Government Efficiency.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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In fact, he’s become an unexpected new conservative cause celebre as a growing contingent of commentators take his side.—
Gary Baum,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Jan. 2025
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The Context The Palisades and Eaton fires, which have been ongoing since January 7, are two of the worst blazes in Los Angeles County history.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
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Search and rescue operations remained ongoing as local authorities continued going door-to-door to find missing victims.—
Sam Morgen,
USA TODAY,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Present-day.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/present-day. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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