These days

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adverb

In the current time or period.

People seem to be more health conscious these days.
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Often appears as...

  • more common these days
  • happening these days

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Colloquial

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Time Relevance

Describes ongoing trends or habits, suggesting something is not a temporary situation.

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Online shopping is really taking over these days.
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Current Contrast

Implies a contrast with the past without specifying how long 'these days' have lasted.

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Kids often prefer tablets over toys these days.
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Cultural Shift

Points to broader societal changes that are recognized by many.

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There's a strong focus on environmental issues these days.
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