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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“Being Latina and living in L.A. right now, that hit so close to home. I have a lot of experience wishing for the safety of the people in my community.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

We are going to a World Cup which is probably the most open in living memory, because of the quality on offer, and we have a team now that dominates the ball.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The choice is watching grandchildren struggle for 30 years then inheriting money when it matters least, or strategic funding now that may compound into generational wealth.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

What they actually own is nothing more than a heavy bet on Big Tech — and right now, that bet has run its course.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Clare saw now that it was a wolf.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman

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