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now that

Idioms  

  1. Seeing that, since, as in Now that you're here, you might as well stay for dinner. This usage was first recorded in 1530. For a synonym, see as long as.

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He has made clear now that an all-British contest with Joshua is the only one that interests him.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Three, now that he’s disgraced himself and severely harmed people around the country, he’s got a chance to redeem himself.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

American farmers are making planting decisions now that determine what you’ll pay for beef, bread, chicken and other staples in October.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

Its conclusions loom large now that many private-credit investors, from deep-pocketed pensions and college endowments to wealthy individuals, have grown concerned about the financial health of companies taking out private loans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

I tossed the bottle in a nearby bin and took my phone off do not disturb, now that I was ready to be disturbed again.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows

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