now (Meaning)
now (n)
the momentary present
now (r)
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
in these times
used to preface a command or reproof or request
at the present moment
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
(prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity
in the immediate past
now (adv.)
At the present time; at this moment; at the time of speaking; instantly; as, I will write now.
Very lately; not long ago.
At a time contemporaneous with something spoken of or contemplated; at a particular time referred to.
In present circumstances; things being as they are; -- hence, used as a connective particle, to introduce an inference or an explanation.
now (a.)
Existing at the present time; present.
now (n.)
The present time or moment; the present.
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now Sentence Examples
- The time has come; act now and seize the moment.
- I need a decision now; don't make me wait any longer.
- The clock is ticking, so make your choice now.
- The situation is urgent, and we need a solution now.
- Do you love me now, or has your heart changed?
- I'm here now, ready to listen and provide support.
- Stop procrastinating and start working on it now.
- The opportunity is fleeting; don't miss out now.
- It's the perfect time to apologize; do it now.
- Forget the past and focus on the present; embrace the now.
FAQs About the word now
the momentary present, in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events, in these times, used to preface a command or reproo
currently, today, anymore, for the time being, here,nowadays, right now, presently,at present
long, before, once, long,then, before, once, then, formerly, away
The time has come; act now and seize the moment.
I need a decision now; don't make me wait any longer.
The clock is ticking, so make your choice now.
The situation is urgent, and we need a solution now.
