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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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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That the US is even considering such a step is a sign of the administration's concern about the current energy shock, she said.
From BBC
That is well below the current price, with Brent North Sea crude trading at over $112 per barrel on Thursday afternoon.
From Barron's
The current environment includes both similarities and differences to that troubling time.
From MarketWatch
"The new Fifa regulations, combined with targeted development programmes, mark an important investment in the current and future generation of female coaches."
From BBC
Reform's Scottish leader began his speech by reiterating his ambition to become Scotland's next first minister after the vote on 7 May, with Reform aiming to substantially increase its current tally on one MSP.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
