current events
noun
variants
or less commonly current affairs
chiefly US
: important events that are happening in the world
She reads several newspapers so she can keep track of current events.
Examples of current events in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The theme is wide open, as is our tradition — anything from current events to historical moments; daily life here in Minnesota; takes on celebrities, religion, art or sports; showcasing scenes from television, movies or books … or other topics and themes.
—
Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 10 Feb. 2026
The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Keira, a junior, said current events have been disturbing.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
First of all, thanks to the Daily News for allowing its readers to vent their concerns on current events.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for current events
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 10 Feb. 2026
The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Keira, a junior, said current events have been disturbing.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
First of all, thanks to the Daily News for allowing its readers to vent their concerns on current events.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 7 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for current events
Cite this Entry
“Current events.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/current%20events. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
