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as in currently
at the present time
right now we are in the middle of a major home renovation
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as in immediately
without delay
answer my question right now
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Recent Examples of right now
For more than a quarter of a century, Martin has fronted Coldplay, which by some measures is this marble’s biggest band right now.
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Alex Morris, Rolling Stone, 19 Dec. 2024
But then that is the fun of this right now, imagining the possibilities.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 7 Dec. 2024
Even the Longchamp carryall and Lands’ End tote bag once carried by Kate Middleton and Katie Holmes, respectively, are on sale right now.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
Those aiming to run our military right now could take a few lessons from it on the history, importance, and achievements of women in uniform.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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Alex Morris, Rolling Stone, 19 Dec. 2024
But then that is the fun of this right now, imagining the possibilities.
—Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 7 Dec. 2024
Even the Longchamp carryall and Lands’ End tote bag once carried by Kate Middleton and Katie Holmes, respectively, are on sale right now.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
Those aiming to run our military right now could take a few lessons from it on the history, importance, and achievements of women in uniform.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for right now
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Instead, Massie cast his ballot for Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer, who currently serves as the House majority whip.Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
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Economists are currently split on whether the Fed will again lower its benchmark rate at its January 28-29 meeting.Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 3 Jan. 2025
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That's the situation Diego Diaz, a radiologic technologist specializing in MRIs and X-rays in New York City has found himself in before when a scan has picked up a problem that's immediately clear to see.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
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Everything Blake Lively Claims in Complaint Against Justin Baldoni: Unwanted Kissing, Watching Her Naked and Smear Campaign WME did not comment when reached by PEOPLE, and a representative for Baldoni did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.Bailey Richards, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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For reference, Google’s processors are now on the scale of about 100 physical qubits.Kevin Williams, CNBC, 22 Dec. 2024
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Register now and check your email for confirmation and details.David Plazas, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
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Finland and Estonia promptly called on NATO to bolster its presence in the Baltic Sea.Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 31 Dec. 2024
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The stepmother, Riya Lee, shared the family photos on Facebook on Dec. 25 and was promptly accused of excluding Trü.Raven Brunner, People.com, 30 Dec. 2024
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Alexis recently decided not to drink during the week anymore, but weekends are still up for debate.Deborah Netburn, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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While those of us who believe the death penalty is sadly necessary are willing to argue our point of view, those who oppose the death penalty in all cases never engage us in that debate anymore.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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When Jolie filed for divorce from Pitt in 2016, the news instantly sent shockwaves through Hollywood—and Team Jen social media users.Lynsey Eidell, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2024
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Today, many listeners can instantly recognize Rhapsody in Blue from its opening clarinet solo.Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
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The majority of food recalls are not directly linked to an outbreak of foodborne illness.Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 30 Dec. 2024
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Going into 2025, the brand is eyeing wholesale and further category expansions and giving back to its communities by supporting different parks across the U.S., with each collection being tied to a charity or cause that directly benefits public spaces.Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024
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Open your LinkedIn post with a line that hits them right in the feels.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Here’s a little experiment: Place a pencil on a flat table and then, taking your two index fingers, push from opposite sides, right at the center.Rhett Allain, WIRED, 20 Dec. 2024
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