now

/nˈa‍ʊ/

/ˈnaʊ/

now

at this moment or time

synonyms : at present

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

in these times

synonyms : nowadays

used to preface a command or reproof or request

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

synonyms : at once

in the immediate past

(prefatory or transitional) indicates a change of subject or activity

Now

the momentary present

now

because of what has just been said or happened

Examples

1. Traditional stores are now pursuing a bricks and clicks strategy.

2. The problem has now reached crisis point.

3. The conflict has now reached a new level of intensity.

4. Unemployment has now passed the three million mark.