NOWADAYS Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

nowadays

adverb

ˈnau̇-(ə-)ˌdāz

Definition of nowadays

as in now

at the present time nowadays it's rare for people to carry cash when they can pay by other methods

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Recent Examples of nowadays Obviously, there are rooftoppers that hail from all over the planet, so perhaps young generations with nothing left to lose are a universal phenomenon nowadays. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 1 July 2026 Given the vast number of teens who are nowadays encountering mental health issues, tossing specialized labor at the matter is simply not realistic. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Other offside decisions are subjective, and nowadays attackers are much less likely to be penalised than in seasons past, as referees have been told to find reasons for play to continue and allow more goals. — Graham Scott, New York Times, 2 July 2026 On a sunny day, there's no better place to be than walking around the cobblestone streets of downtown Thomasville—a small town in southwest Georgia—which has shops and restaurants aplenty and captures a charming town-square feeling that is hard to come by nowadays. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for nowadays

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Both suspects now face additional charges, including 28 counts of payment card theft, larceny, identity theft and conspiracy.

— Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
Once an exclusive perk, airport lounges are now frequently overcrowded and offer a diminished experience.

— Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 2 July 2026

Definition of now

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Although there is currently no cure for endometriosis, a variety of treatments can reduce symptoms, slow disease progression and improve quality of life.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Gracie is currently planning her own wedding to Derek Green, son of former Chiefs quarterback Trent Green.

— Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026

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