Current

usgb/ˈkɜːrənt/
adjective

Happening or existing now.

I'm reading a book about the current political climate in Europe.
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Often appears as...

  • current situation
  • current events
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Temporal Relevance

Use 'current' when referring to something happening in the very recent past, now, or the immediate future.

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Our current policy may change next year.
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Not Always Physical

'Current' often relates to abstract situations, not just physical objects or events.

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Her current mood has affected the whole team's morale.
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