right now

adverb

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2
: at present

Examples of right now in a Sentence

right now we are in the middle of a major home renovation answer my question right now
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CHROs and other leaders must lean into forecasting to build a succession pipeline for what’s next instead of what’s happening right now. Shannon Gabriel, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 And perhaps most importantly: Does Grand National feel like a proper stadium show from two of the greatest pop stars in the world right now? Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 24 Apr. 2025 Horton is a future ace with the potential to land in the Marlins' rotation right now. Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025 Vest Madewell Pinstripe Cutaway Long Vest $128 at Nordstrom One of the hottest finds right now in basically every boutique and designer shop in Madrid is a tailored vest. Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for right now

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 30 Apr. 2025.

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right now

adverb
1
2
: at the present time
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