now that

Idioms

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.

Example Sentences

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For now, that aligns more closely with the norm; more often than not in at least the last 10 years, data show that front-month Brent has traded above front-month WTI.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

"It's been almost 45 days now that I've seen everyone stressed. It's a bad situation."

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

Mrs Sanchez said: "I can look back and laugh now that we hitchhiked to our wedding!"

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“The biggest trading nation in the world has no interest in going back to the 18th and 19th centuries now that its entire economy is predicated on exports,” said Kirkegaard.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

He supposed that was a good thing now that he knew the shadows were up to no good.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova

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