right now

adverb

Synonyms of right nownext
1
2
: at present

Examples of right now in a Sentence

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of right now was in the 14th century

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“Right now.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20now. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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right now

adverb
1
2
: at the present time
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