as in latest
happening or beginning not long ago
Recent events have brought attention to the problem. I usually watch that show every week, but I missed the most recent episode. Medical science has made amazing progress in recent decades.
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Recent Examples of recent
Canada has produced shows such as Schitt’s Creek, Letterkenny, Cardinal and Murdoch Mysteries over recent years.
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 2 Jan. 2025
These familiar foes, play-calling savages who have created two of the more headache-inducing units in recent memory, meet on the grandest regular-season stage for the fourth time.
—Alec Lewis, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
In recent years, there has been a sharp rise in criticism of France in its former African colonies, with many accusing the French of neocolonialist business practices and patronizing attitudes.
—Ruth MacLean, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
On Washington Week With The Atlantic, George Packer joins Jeffrey Goldberg to discuss his recent reporting on the Democratic Party’s illusions and the future of American politics.
—The Editors, The Atlantic, 28 Dec. 2024
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Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 2 Jan. 2025
These familiar foes, play-calling savages who have created two of the more headache-inducing units in recent memory, meet on the grandest regular-season stage for the fourth time.
—Alec Lewis, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
In recent years, there has been a sharp rise in criticism of France in its former African colonies, with many accusing the French of neocolonialist business practices and patronizing attitudes.
—Ruth MacLean, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
On Washington Week With The Atlantic, George Packer joins Jeffrey Goldberg to discuss his recent reporting on the Democratic Party’s illusions and the future of American politics.
—The Editors, The Atlantic, 28 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recent
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The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years.James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2023
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The shooting happened the day before the fifth anniversary of the Parkland, Florida, school shooting that killed 17 and is the latest in what has become a deadly new year in the U.S.Joey Cappelletti and Mike Householder, Anchorage Daily News, 15 Feb. 2023
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McDermott told reporters that Allen will start the game to maintain his current streak of starting games for the team but will come off the field at some point early on.Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 1 Jan. 2025
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Yet the current edition of PST revealed the pitfalls of an approach that asks such a motley group of institutions to align their attention and expertise around one theme, one specific moment.Bryan Barcena, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
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While brands like Pedialyte previously dominated the market, several brands have launched with a new approach that’s not just about general hydration.Emily Burns, WWD, 31 Dec. 2024
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Republicans picked up Jackson’s seat in the 2024 election, with Rep.-elect Tim Moore (R-NC) preparing to be sworn in to the 119th Congress on Friday along with his fellow new members.Rachel Schilke, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 31 Dec. 2024
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Launched on December 10, 2024, Joon Loloi offers contemporary home furnishings from sofas to accent chairs, lights, and pillows—all at attainable prices.Amanda Lauren, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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The film that made Sweeney a household name is actually based on William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing - although obviously retooled and freshened up for a contemporary audience.Griff Griffin, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
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Carter Verhaeghe’s lack of scoring as of late isn’t for lack of effort or lack of chances.Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
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The episode opens with Dr. Jackie confronting Heavenly over her coarse comments about Contessa’s late mother—a moment that’s left tensions running high.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 6 Jan. 2025
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This approach enabled the company to build a modern, streamlined ERP environment tailored to their evolving needs.Judith Magyar, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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Lebanon was reeling from one of modern history’s worst financial collapses.Youmna Melhem Chamieh, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Roger Valdez thinks, writes, works on housing, and advocates for progressive supply side solutions to inflation.Roger Valdez, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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During the 1970s Missoni’s signature motifs would come to communicate progressive Italian fashion across the US.Luke Leitch, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2025
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