these days

phrase

: at the present time
It seems that everyone has a cell phone these days.
What kind of music are you listening to these days?
These days, she has a very busy social life.

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As with all high-profile comic book movies these days, leaks and insider scoops are everywhere, some valid, some not. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Wherever Alexandra Eala plays these days, the Philippines seems to show up with her. — Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 While things change very quickly these days in the media business, Cavanagh at least isn’t trying to pretend new circumstances prompted this course reversal. — Josef Adalian, Vulture, 1 July 2026 And for a deeper look at why your favorite spots cost more these days, Unpretentious Palate has a smart piece on the changing economics of the restaurant business. — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for these days

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“These days.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/these%20days. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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