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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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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“If the current stress test ends in two to three weeks, the economy should continue to grow, and so should corporate earnings,” reads a note from Yardeni Research published shortly after Trump’s speech.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
“Everything we do at CalSTRS is grounded in our mission to secure the financial future of California’s current and retired public school teachers,” Zumwalt said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
The analyst also views Delta as the most defensive in the current environment, but see United as the most attractive over the long term.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
“Policy is in a good place to react as needed to risks of higher inflation or a weaker labor market. I expect the current setting of the policy rate will remain appropriate for some time.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
Leah needed to stay current; rapping was not enough.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
