1
as in shortly
at or within a short time
I cannot attend to the matter this instant, but I will presently
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2
as in currently
at the present time
we are presently waiting in line for our turn
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as in now
without delay
the performance is starting presently
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Recent Examples of presently
Limited Flexibility The Knicks’ roster as presently constructed is begging for more wing depth.
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
The complaint, filed by a coalition of Democratic attorneys general, argued that if the executive order is allowed to stand, states would have to take on the cost of funding services to the children presently covered by the federal government.
—Gabe Whisnant and Andrew Stanton, Newsweek, 21 Jan. 2025
As presently constructed, neither team appears likely to contend for an NBA championship this season, although both are expected to secure a playoff spot.
—Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 18 Jan. 2025
With life expectancy rising, those presently 65 years old can expect to live nearly another 20 years, according to demographers.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
The complaint, filed by a coalition of Democratic attorneys general, argued that if the executive order is allowed to stand, states would have to take on the cost of funding services to the children presently covered by the federal government.
—Gabe Whisnant and Andrew Stanton, Newsweek, 21 Jan. 2025
As presently constructed, neither team appears likely to contend for an NBA championship this season, although both are expected to secure a playoff spot.
—Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 18 Jan. 2025
With life expectancy rising, those presently 65 years old can expect to live nearly another 20 years, according to demographers.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for presently
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The women gave their statements to Miami Beach police last fall, shortly before the men were arrested, according to the time stamp on the video.—
Chloe Atkins,
NBC News,
7 Feb. 2025
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Botafogo was reduced to 10 men shortly afterwards when Wallison was shown a red card for a foul on Neymar, but despite having the numerical advantage, Santos was unable to retake the lead.—
Ben Morse,
CNN,
6 Feb. 2025
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Community parking districts will keep the 45% of the revenue that is being generated within their districts from current parking rates, but any of the surplus revenue collected from the fee hikes will be used to fund other eligible costs currently funded by the general fund.—
Emily Alvarenga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Jan. 2025
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Vance’s visit came after President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump toured parts of North Carolina, which was also damaged by Helene, and Los Angeles, which is currently battling devastating wildfires, Friday in his first domestic visit as president before heading to Nevada on Saturday.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
27 Jan. 2025
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The Spurs improved at the margins around him this summer, adding veterans Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes to aid a young core that now includes Stephon Castle, drafted fourth in June and protected in these talks with the Kings.—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Bowman Gray Stadium now has a new lighting system and a SAFER barrier, which will stay at Winston-Salem State University’s football stadium beyond this NASCAR race weekend.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Feb. 2025
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The pair will set soon after the sun, so find a viewpoint with open vistas to the west horizon.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2025
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The apartment, now set for a full renovation, will soon be updated with modern touches before being rented out again.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
1 Feb. 2025
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An Amazon spokesperson didn’t immediately respond to CNBC for a request for comment.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
3 Feb. 2025
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Representatives for Abbott's office did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment in the evening on when this would happen.—
Rebecca Falconer,
Axios,
3 Feb. 2025
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The Japanese government promptly purchased more than 100 copies of Yardley’s book, sending it to embassies and legations to encourage them to strengthen their codes.—
Peter Zablocki,
Smithsonian Magazine,
4 Feb. 2025
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Sabrina Carpenter’s Oopsie-Daisy Sabrina Carpenter Photo by Maya Dehlin Spach/FilmMagic Stepping out in a glittery tux carrying (and promptly dropping) a sparkly dance cane, Sabrina Carpenter staged a classic Hollywood musical number as a blooper reel, complete with a full-troupe tap routine.—
Anna Gaca,
Pitchfork,
3 Feb. 2025
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The sleek style is a practical swap for jeans that instantly dress up your outfit.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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The majestic views changed instantly after rounding a bend revealed an out-of-control fire bounding up the canyon.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Sign up for free to receive it directly in your inbox.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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The provision, known as de minimis, allowed popular e-commerce companies like Shein and Temu to send billions of dollars of products from Chinese factories directly to American consumers tariff free.—
Ana Swanson,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Presently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/presently. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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