current
Usage
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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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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.
Example Sentences
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The current economic transformation should be seen "as an opportunity to move into sectors that have better margins, better jobs," he said.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
If gasoline prices stay near their current levels through 2026, JPMorgan estimates Americans will shell out $172 billion more than they did last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
Some even use former athletes to recruit current ones.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
Taj Mahal has one other edge, winning three previous races at Laurel Park, current home of the Preakness.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
Since that was about all I understood of my current situation, I clamped my mouth shut and didn’t say anything more.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
Vocabulary lists containing current
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