at present

Example Sentences

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While the OpenAI funding may be generating the headlines at present, a more important driver of SoftBank’s shares this year has been the huge appreciation of its 90% stake in Arm Holdings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“Blanche signed an agreement that is not worth the paper it’s written on—except that government personnel at present will not challenge it,” said Stuart Bassin, a former Justice Department tax lawyer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

The innovations and research will likely continue, though it's worth noting that this field remains relatively niche at present.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Tehran has said it will not attend because of what it said were unreasonable US demands, while the semi-official Tasnim news agency said there was no prospect of officials going at present.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

“Watchin’ and listenin’s the thing at present; not talking.”

From "The Magician's Nephew" by C. S. Lewis