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current

[kur-uhnt, kuhr-] / ˈkɜr ənt, ˈkʌr- /




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Something that is current is in general circulation or is a matter of common knowledge or acceptance: current usage in English. That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion. That which is prevalent exists or is spread widely: a prevalent idea.


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For the current first quarter, Cisco projected adjusted earnings per share in a range of $1.32 to $1.34, with revenue between $18 billion and $18.2 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 12, 2026

The late former premier notably clashed with the current leadership over Xi's consolidation of power and statist approach in 2022, The Wall Street Journal reported.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

As well as explaining what blue-green algae looks like, the notices will provide guidance on where to find current information about blooms and how to report suspected sightings using the Bloomin' Algae app, external.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2026

SpaceX in June agreed to acquire Cursor, an AI coding startup, in a $60 billion deal expected to close in the current quarter.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

“Getting to Arizona may be difficult given our current predicament,” Dad says.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

Whistler quickly absorbed the newest currents in French painting.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 8, 2026

It involves inserting electrodes made of materials such as zinc and copper into substances that contain moisture or ions, and then collecting the small but steady electrical currents.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

"This includes sea temperatures, the availability of plankton for feeding, which peaks during the summer months when it is warmer, and ocean currents."

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

The hurricane will bring heavy surf and strong rip currents along L.A.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

A yacht knifed through the early morning water in a long, green V. Sea gulls, balsa-light, hovered on invisible currents above the river.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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