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present

English → English

noun//ˈpreznt//

(objects) Gift: something given to someone else as a gesture of kindness or for a celebration

The child wrapped a colorful present for his mother's fortieth birthday.

(English) The child wrapped a colorful present for his mother's fortieth birthday.

I received a beautiful gold watch as a graduation present from my grandparents.

(English) I received a beautiful gold watch as a graduation present from my grandparents.

noun//ˈpreznt//

(time) Now: the period of time that is happening at this very moment

Instead of worrying about the future, you should focus on living in the present.

(English) Instead of worrying about the future, you should focus on living in the present.

History helps us understand how the events of the past shaped our present.

(English) History helps us understand how the events of the past shaped our present.

Entry ID: en:en:present · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary