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contemporary

[kuhn-tem-puh-rer-ee] / kənˈtɛm pəˌrɛr i /




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We learn that Renoir’s scenes of contemporary life often served as illustrations for books and periodicals, and discover the influence of the requirements of reproduction on his technique.

From The Wall Street Journal

And she's not the only contemporary artist who has been digging through Zamrock's dusty crates.

From BBC

The contemporary Christian artist, who recently finished sold-out concerts at Downey Calvary Chapel and the Wiltern, had never tried his hand at voice acting.

From Los Angeles Times

Rian, “Wake Up Dead Man” is specifically set in the year 2025 and all the “Knives Out” pictures have been dealing with our contemporary reality.

From Los Angeles Times

But then I’ve never understood escapism in the context of workplace comedy, romantic travails or contemporary political drama.

From The Wall Street Journal