as in today
the time currently existing or in progress
while we can plan for the future, we must first deal with the here and now
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of here and now
The Red Wings need that in the here and now, to be sure.
—
Max Bultman, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
He’s focused on the here and now, which is his health.
—Tim Britton, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
Yet most measurements of standard candles in the here and now suggest a different value, in the region of 73.2 km/s/Mpc.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 22 Jan. 2025
Whether in front of his monitor or his vertical TV totem, Conor seeks endless distraction from the here and now.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for here and now
Max Bultman, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
He’s focused on the here and now, which is his health.
—Tim Britton, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025
Yet most measurements of standard candles in the here and now suggest a different value, in the region of 73.2 km/s/Mpc.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 22 Jan. 2025
Whether in front of his monitor or his vertical TV totem, Conor seeks endless distraction from the here and now.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for here and now
Recent Examples of Synonyms for here and now
Noun
-
Need help with today’s Connections: Sports Edition puzzle?—
Mark Cooper,
The Athletic,
22 Mar. 2025
-
But the one-of-a-kind 400-seat underwater theatre that the park is known for today didn’t come until ABC Paramount acquired the property in the late 1950s.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
The Padres are built to win now and this is a win-now type of trade that hurts but makes an immediate difference.—
Jim Bowden,
The Athletic,
25 July 2024
-
Pugh and Braff's red carpet appearance was the first time the now-exes have done a public appearance together.—
Naledi Ushe,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2023
Noun
-
Their mighty rotation is under some duress at present, as top starter George Kirby is questionable for the start of the season with shoulder inflammation.—
Tony Blengino,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
-
At present, information regarding the extent of land burned and the size of the crew conducting the prescribed fire is unavailable.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacramento Bee,
11 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Here and now.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/here%20and%20now. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share