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but now

ADVERB

already

Synonyms

STRONGEST

before earlier once previously then

WEAK

as of now at present before now by now by that time by the time mentioned by then by this time even now formerly heretofore in the past just now now up to now

Antonyms

STRONGEST

later

Example Sentences

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“FuelFest started as this simple idea, but now we’ve held over 30 events and we’re in 11 markets. … Paul would be very happy with where this has all gone.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

In the past, defections were expected once a car’s warranty ran out, but now they occur much more quickly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Initially I was aiming for $5,000 each, but now I’m not sure.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Coach Charlotte Edwards will be delighted with the momentum England have gained and the quality of their cricket but now faces her biggest decision since being appointed as coach before the start of last summer.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

I’m pretty sure I knew that before, deep down, but now I know it for real.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam

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