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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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 investigation follows complaints made by Charlotte Smith, from Warwickshire, who described Cooke's post as "inappropriate and inflammatory".
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
UBS remained expects 10-year Treasury yields to test higher levels in 2026 before settling below current spot levels next year, but projects better performance from Bunds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
If Amazon’s Trainium and Graviton chips generated $50 billion in annual revenue, that would be similar to Broadcom’s AI chip business, which is expected to generate around $10.7 billion in revenue in the current quarter.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
The league has also made it clear it plans to exercise its option in 2029 to open the current 10-year media rights contract that runs through the 2032-33 season.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
To turn around and sail the same hundred miles against the wind, and especially if there is a current against you, might take one, even two weeks.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
