at present

1. Also, at the present time. Now, as in I've not enough cash at present to lend you any, or At present the house is still occupied. This slightly longer way of saying “at this time” formerly was even longer——denoting a more specific time. [Mid-1600s] Also see at this point.

Example Sentences

It may be precisely the advice we need at present.”

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Precisely what cannibal treats would be made of was a disturbing question, and one that Penelope had no opportunity to consider at present, for Bertha looked ready to bolt.

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Historical comparisons are complicated by the heavy index weightings at present of high price-to-earnings sectors like technology, compared with previous index-leading sectors like energy that typically command lower ratios.

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The use of NDAs by a church is legal at present, but many safeguarding experts say these agreements amount to gagging orders which can be weaponised against whistle blowers and complainants.

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"All of the travellers are in possession of valid passports and, at present, none of them have applied for asylum," he said.

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