present-day

adjective

pres·​ent-day ˈpre-zᵊnt-ˈdā How to pronounce present-day (audio)
Synonyms of present-daynext
: now existing or occurring

Examples of present-day in a Sentence

present-day technology has rendered yesterday's marvels obsolete the present-day administration in Washington
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Forget about the movies released in the 2000s, which kept the deadly war in a present-day continuity. Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 15 Feb. 2026 While the world faces many challenges, the history of peace processes offers important lessons for navigating present-day conflict. David Dumke, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2026 Her newer work leans into themes that reflect her present-day experiences, with a deliberate focus on adult perspectives and the complexities of womanhood. Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026 Balancing history with present-day reporting can be challenging. Kynala Phillips, jsonline.com, 13 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for present-day

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of present-day was in 1887

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“Present-day.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/present-day. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

present-day

adjective
pres·​ent-day
ˈprez-ᵊnt-ˈdā
: being or happening now
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