present
Example Sentences
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One side reflects the past, the other captures the present.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
The discovery shows that many major animal groups were already present before the Cambrian Period began.
From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026
Californians who don’t provide an ID when they register must present documentation when they vote in a federal election for the first time.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
"But at this present moment in time, no dates have been set," added Boyles.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Mrs. Tracy wouldn’t allow us to campaign for class president until the end of each day, when we could get up and present five-minute speeches about ourselves.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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