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 That which is prevailing is that which has superseded others: prevailing fashion.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.
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If you hold the investment until death, no capital-gains taxes are due—at least under current law.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
England's crushing victory over Pakistan is their seventh consecutive win in Leeds, their longest current winning streak at any ground in the world.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Paz named the current environment minister, Oscar Mario Justiniano Pinto, to replace Espinoza in an interim capacity.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
When I was hired I signed a non-compete that said I can’t work for a “direct competitor” for 12 months after I stop being employed by my current company.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026
He was surprised by the power of the current.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
At least three hurricanes have developed in the central and eastern Pacific since July, including Hurricanes Fausto and Genevieve, which generated life-threatening waves, strong rip currents and high surf warnings for Southern California.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Videos on social media show cars submerged in Geoje as strong currents swept the streets.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
Whistler quickly absorbed the newest currents in French painting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
Researchers say the expansion is likely being influenced by changes in ocean temperatures, currents, and nutrient levels.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 3, 2026
But with everything underwater, and all kinds of unpredictable swirls and currents likely to have been born in the darkness, who knew where he might end up?
From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman
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