nowadays
adverb
now·a·days
ˈnau̇-(ə-)ˌdāz 
: at the present time
People don't wear hats much nowadays.
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People don't wear hats much nowadays.
nowadays it's rare for people to carry cash when they can pay by other methods
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Bryan Mena, CNN, 24 Jan. 2025
Alternate and irreverent versions of legendary fables are nothing new nowadays, but this one seems uniquely promising and fun.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 23 Jan. 2025
Focused Work Focus is a superpower nowadays, as everyone’s attention is spread thin across devices, expectations, and urgency.
—Matt Reynolds, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Dragon Tiny Homes View 11 Images Though tiny houses were once considered an affordable alternative to brick-and-mortar homes, many examples nowadays are luxurious and have a price tag to match.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 11 Jan. 2025
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nowadays
adverb
now·a·days
ˈnau̇-(ə-)ˌdāz
: at the present time
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