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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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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The current crisis in Iran has sent memories bubbling to the surface for the collective, and chills down the spines of viewers.
From Los Angeles Times
Both supporters and opponents of the Assisted Dying Bill are now acknowledging that the legislation will not become law in the current session of Parliament.
From BBC
“This market requires investors to stay hedged and nimble as new information hits the tape, but we caution against flipping short as current positioning is prone to squeeze risk amid potential resolution headlines,” they said.
From MarketWatch
United Airlines chief Scott Kirby said this week that prices at their current level would cost it an additional $11 billion a year.
It has been held by hereditary right by the Howard family since 1672 and the current holder is Edward Fitzalan-Howard, the 18th Duke of Norfolk, who inherited the position from his father in June 2002.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
