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as in tides
a prevailing or general movement or inclination
the currents of fashion are always changing
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as in winds
noticeable movement of air in a particular direction
curtains that were being lightly lifted by a fresh current from the open window
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Recent Examples of currents
Bryna Laub, editor of Daytime Serial Newsletter, felt the show besmirched the sanctity of soaps and contributed to the broader currents of shame surrounding the genre.
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Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
Natural gravitational currents help guide the spacecraft with minimal fuel use.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
However, conditions are extremely challenging, with unpredictable strong currents, narrow passageways leading to a vast chamber, and pitch-black darkness throughout, Shareef said.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 17 May 2026
After a storm, the ocean deposits fresh treasures along the shoreline, and during a full moon, stronger currents and lower tides can reveal hidden shells that were once out of reach.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
In this piercing account of the American Dream in tatters, the magnitude of that dimension feels appropriate, echoing the currents of betrayal, fear and death that course through the film like rivulets of blood.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Literary Hub, 18 May 2026
Natural gravitational currents help guide the spacecraft with minimal fuel use.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
However, conditions are extremely challenging, with unpredictable strong currents, narrow passageways leading to a vast chamber, and pitch-black darkness throughout, Shareef said.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 17 May 2026
After a storm, the ocean deposits fresh treasures along the shoreline, and during a full moon, stronger currents and lower tides can reveal hidden shells that were once out of reach.
—Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
In this piercing account of the American Dream in tatters, the magnitude of that dimension feels appropriate, echoing the currents of betrayal, fear and death that course through the film like rivulets of blood.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 May 2026
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for currents
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Senators have held on in elections amid their states' shifting political tides in the past, but usually their luck eventually runs out — as evidenced by the ouster of former Democratic Sens.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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The calm waters and dramatic high and low tides are perfect for beach lovers of all ages.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
14 May 2026
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The same weather system is also fueling high winds across the Great Plains and causing wildfires to rapidly spread.—
Rob Marciano,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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In unleashing its high-end, Category 4, 150-mile-per-hour winds four years ago, Hurricane Ian cemented a reputation as the deadliest Florida hurricane in almost 90 years.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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But over time, these tendencies have taken their toll.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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The movie only hints at the underlying social tendencies that a populist exploits.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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Analysts and journalists have used aggregate EEO-1 data to conduct research and provide insights into workforce trends across job categories, industries and regions.—
Michelle Travis,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Public safety dominated the exchange, with sharp disagreements over crime trends, law enforcement authority and the role sheriffs should play in statewide policy.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Striping, an optical illusion, comes from the color differences of grass blades bending in opposite directions.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
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Ramsbottom was at his desk when the drone smashed through the workspace's tin ceiling, spraying shrapnel in all directions, and lodging a chunk of glass in the back of his head.—
Michael Kaplan,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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“Currents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/currents. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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