right now

adverb

1
2
: at present

Examples of right now in a Sentence

right now we are in the middle of a major home renovation answer my question right now
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Canada should secure its border and Trump’s tariffs may encourage them to do so, but right now Canada is doing a better job than Mexico and deserves better treatment. Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025 Best of all, this versatile style is on sale for 20 percent off right now at both Gilt and Rue La La, bringing the price down to $120. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2025 The appearance of my eyes is of little concern to me right now, however. Alex Ritman, Variety, 7 Mar. 2025 Being busy and concentrating on your legal career should be your priority right now. Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for right now

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of right now was in the 14th century

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“Right now.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20now. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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right now

adverb
1
2
: at the present time
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