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She is currently reading a mystery book.
What does Currently mean?
Now.
Dictionary definition
At the present time.
Example sentences
Currently in a sentence
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The playground is currently closed for repairs.
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Currently tells readers what is happening right now.
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Practice 1
What does currently mean?
Currently means at the present time.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to currently?
Now is close in meaning to currently in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a good contrast to currently?
Previously gives a useful opposite or contrast to currently.
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Currently
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kur · unt · lee · strongest beat: kur
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WordCurrently.
Partadverb.
MeaningCurrently means Now.
ExampleExample: She is currently reading a mystery book.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kur · unt · lee
- Strongest beat
- kur
- Ending
- lee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kur.
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Synonyms
Words like Currently
nowA similar word or phrase for currently in this meaning.
at presentA similar word or phrase for currently in this meaning.
Antonyms
Opposite words
previouslyA useful contrast to currently in this meaning.
laterA useful contrast to currently in this meaning.
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Word family
Currently word family
Base word
currently
noun
currentlys
Plural form of currently when used as a countable noun.
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Hint for students
Currently means at this time or right now.
Common mix-up
Currently is not the same as actually. Currently tells when something is happening; actually corrects or emphasizes what is true.
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Write one sentence that shows currently without using the word currently. Model sentence: Right now, the class is working on science projects. Clue words: right now, class is working, science projects Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show what is happening at this time?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: 'The library is currently closed for repairs.' Why does currently fit better than yesterday?
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