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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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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“One thing about libertarians is if you tell them what to do, they’re probably going to do the opposite,” said Steven Nekhaila, the current chairman of the Libertarian National Committee.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
From June, landowners can apply to run their pop-up for up to 60 days per year - the same as is in England, and an increase on the current 28-day allowance.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
He said the current outbreak was "especially challenging".
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
Everyone otherwise received current standard care, and researchers followed them for a median of almost four years.
From Science Daily • May 25, 2026
But if he were, he might well ask: Is Swanburne like its current board of trustees?
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing current
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Physical Geography - Introductory
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