presently
1. in the near future (Freq. 38) - the doctor will soon be here - the book will appear shortly - she will arrive presently - we should have news before long • Syn: soon, shortly, before long 2. at this time or period; now (Freq. 5) - he is presently our ambassador to the United Nations - currently they live in Connecticut • Syn: currently • Derived from adjective: current (for: currently), present
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