at present

Idioms  

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.

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Example Sentences

While the OpenAI funding may be generating the headlines at present, a more important driver of SoftBank’s shares this year has been the huge appreciation of its 90% stake in Arm Holdings.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“Blanche signed an agreement that is not worth the paper it’s written on—except that government personnel at present will not challenge it,” said Stuart Bassin, a former Justice Department tax lawyer.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

It also outlines why it might take two players, or even three if Ugarte leaves, to offer the versatility in selection United evidently do not have at present.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

"We have been approached for numerous discussions regarding a possible extension to Ndola in Zambia, but at present, it is not really on my radar."

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

What makes one person allergic to dust or pollen, sensitive to a poison, or susceptible to an infection whereas another is not is a medical mystery for which there is at present no explanation.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

Related Words

• at this time
• now
• right now