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present

[prez-uhnt] / ˈprɛz ənt /








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What impact could Dorothy and Marshall’s existence as queer direct descendants of the Declaration’s author have on attitudes towards LGBTQ+ Americans in the present and future?

From Salon Jul. 27, 2026

“What happened in recent days in Zacatecas is one more indication that ... criminality remains present, dominating territory, with links to local governments,” wrote columnist Carlos Puig in Mexico’s Milenio news outlet.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 26, 2026

To estimate its present distance, astronomers must use a cosmological model that accounts for how the universe has expanded over time.

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

Evolution by natural selection is such a familiar concept that it can be easy to forget it describes the present as well as the past.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

The present company, including Sun Girl and the Pack, approved of this suggestion, allowing the Major to take the lead.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

This inheritance presents a good opportunity to review your investments and your household budget.

From MarketWatch Jul. 27, 2026

The Senate presents a different but equally dramatic contest.

From Barron's Jul. 26, 2026

Seth DuMouchel said that Carlos’ behavior demonstrates that she presents an ongoing danger to the community.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2026

He presents himself not as a political press secretary but as the experienced operator who understands what federal agents need and how immigration enforcement must work.

From Salon Jul. 21, 2026

He looks like he is going into battle, not like he is visiting someone to invite them to come get some presents.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone

The findings were presented on Sunday at the American Society for Nutrition annual meeting in National Harbor, Md.

From MarketWatch Jul. 27, 2026

Jasmine Beverley, whose son Sunny was stillborn in May 2022, said Bush appeared "lovely" and presented himself as "very respectful".

From Barron's Jul. 27, 2026

Many former customers said Bush had presented as the archetypal, caring undertaker; a point noted by Hull West and Haltemprice MP Emma Hardy.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

A representative for the youth movement said on Saturday that protesters presented the government with proposals to reform education and examinations.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 25, 2026

“Just imagine, Mr. President,” the message began, “that we had presented you with the conditions of an ultimatum which you have presented us.”

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

Four of the fraud charges involved falsely presenting ashes to women as the remains of their unborn children.

From Barron's Jul. 27, 2026

The S&P 500 has moved below its 50-day moving average, presenting a strong buying opportunity, according to Yardeni Research and Fundstrat.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

Early in his extraordinary new documentary, “Remake,” seasoned filmmaker Ross McElwee reminisces with his young son, Adrian, about their travels together, presenting McElwee’s films at various festivals around the world.

From Salon Jul. 24, 2026

Winning streaks bring a life of their own to a clubhouse, each day presenting another opportunity to extend the joy and methodically build a feeling of invincibility.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

Then he reached in again and retrieved one for Jessie, presenting it to her with a gallant bow.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser




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