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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
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Feb. 2026
The contradictions of his time, of his life, speaking uncomfortably at the lectern, writing imperfect manifestos, suffering personal losses, standing in the open doorway of the hut on Walden Pond, holding grief, listening for deeper currents, and striving to love more.
—Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
With currents shifting beneath the surface and temperatures fluctuating, people should exercise extreme caution before venturing out.
—Ahmad Bajjey, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2026
Our predictions landed 25 of the ceremony’s 28 categories, including television — an unusually strong showing that underscored how clearly the industry’s currents have begun to align as Oscar voting officially opens.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026
The deeper currents of urban life had been running for decades.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
The electric currents that pour from our wall sockets are streams of electrons.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Wiener has competition for Pelosi’s seat, and the composition of his rivals tells an interesting story about the various currents of the modern Democratic Party.
—Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 11 Jan. 2026
Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 Feb. 2026
The contradictions of his time, of his life, speaking uncomfortably at the lectern, writing imperfect manifestos, suffering personal losses, standing in the open doorway of the hut on Walden Pond, holding grief, listening for deeper currents, and striving to love more.
—Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
With currents shifting beneath the surface and temperatures fluctuating, people should exercise extreme caution before venturing out.
—Ahmad Bajjey, CBS News, 3 Feb. 2026
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2026
Our predictions landed 25 of the ceremony’s 28 categories, including television — an unusually strong showing that underscored how clearly the industry’s currents have begun to align as Oscar voting officially opens.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026
The deeper currents of urban life had been running for decades.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
The electric currents that pour from our wall sockets are streams of electrons.
—Elise Cutts, Quanta Magazine, 12 Jan. 2026
Wiener has competition for Pelosi’s seat, and the composition of his rivals tells an interesting story about the various currents of the modern Democratic Party.
—Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for currents
Noun
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Like anything with that kind of longevity, tiki’s popularity rises and falls like the tides.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The tides are shifting, but in which direction, in this case, is uncertain.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
30 Jan. 2026
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On top of the wet conditions, some strong winds will accompany the storm, especially in the mountain areas, where gusts are expected to reach 30 to 50 mph.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Harper and Yasmin, who’s emerged as the series’ co-lead, started out among Pierpoint’s newest hires; by the end of Season 3, the firm had been effectively dissolved, its novice traders scattered to the winds.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
9 Feb. 2026
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In particular, the anything-goes attitude of DIY venue ACS, where Han has performed with local cybergrind artist Supermotel K and Japan’s BBBBBB, has incubated his digital hardcore tendencies.—
James Gui,
Pitchfork,
3 Feb. 2026
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The winter market was not going to be as turbulent as the summer 2025 one had been, but Villa’s tendencies under manager Unai Emery always carry intrigue.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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As one of the most influential gatherings in the beauty and fragrance industry, Cosmoprof provides an ideal platform to showcase a perfume that prioritizes emotional resonance over fleeting trends.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
7 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There’s a dusty cloud surrounding the central, contracting star, and that cloud is strongly suspected to be disk-like, with outflows and gaps in the dust in the two directions perpendicular to the disk.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Feb. 2026
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Clean the dust canister, filter, and brush roll according to the manufacturer's directions.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Currents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/currents. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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