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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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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“Positive momentum across durable goods in February should hopefully help this area of the economy persevere through the current turmoil without too much damage,” he wrote.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
For the principals, the most recent union proposal is 7% for the current school year; 6% for next year.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
Tony's current total stadium count is 2,689, spread across 5,804 matches.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
The current price implies better-than-expected Tesla performance beginning next decade, with the bull thesis focusing on the company’s robotaxi and human robot business.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Close by, three little shrew-like creatures swam up the river, against the current.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
