AT PRESENT Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

at present

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Definition of at present

as in now

at the present time At present, investigators have not gathered sufficient evidence to make an arrest.

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Recent Examples of at present There are around 260,000 to 330,000 potential workers in the industry at present but only just over half are in work, according to ScreenSkills, a figure that has declined since 2022. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 14 July 2026 Their pursuit follows United’s decision to abandon a move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson at present. — David Ornstein, New York Times, 13 July 2026 In other words, the app is being designed to allow community groups to watch and talk about series together, though the company wouldn’t share many specific details on those features at present. — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2026 The independent judiciary that America enjoys is rare in the history of mankind and among all nations of the earth even at present. — Tom Campbell, Oc Register, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for at present

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