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current

adjective B1 Neutral

Meaning

Happening or existing now.
💡 Do not confuse "current" with "currant," which is a type of fruit.

Example Sentences

The current situation is not good for our plans .
The current weather is warm and sunny today .

Word in Context

Every morning Lisa looks out of her kitchen window to see the weather . She checks the current forecast on her phone to know if she needs an umbrella . If rain is expected , she puts a light jacket and her small blue umbrella in her bag . Today the forecast says cloudy with a little rain , so she leaves a bit earlier to catch the bus . On the bus she reads a short book and thinks about her plans for the afternoon .

Common Phrases

current events current temperature current trends

Synonyms

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