How to Use present in a Sentence

present

1 of 3 noun
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  • Adding to the risk, the FDA says, is using the drug at home without a health-care provider present.
    — Daniel Gilbert, Washington Post, 26 Dec. 2023
  • That seemed to throw my family for a loop when the time came to buy me presents.
    — Aemilia Madden, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Aug. 2023
  • Are gift cards the best presents for a college student?
    — Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 12 Dec. 2023
  • Say it with us: the women in your life deserve a thoughtful present.
    — Olivia Bria, Glamour, 24 Oct. 2023
  • In many ways, the restoration feels like a present to Myers Park neighbors and to all who pass by.
    — Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • The model, 31, then stepped up and bought a suite for the family as a present for Lisa’s birthday.
    — Julia Moore, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024
  • On the one hand, the words grasp for the precision required to keep up with the swiftly tilting present.
    — Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Delta Air Lines gave its workers one heck of a Valentine’s Day present.
    — Chris Morris, Fortune, 15 Feb. 2024
  • You're bound to find a present or two that'll make his day and your life a little easier.
    — Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Jan. 2024
  • Hurry to shop the gift guide below so all your presents will arrive on time.
    — Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 15 Nov. 2023
  • In one of the less credible turns, at day’s end Josephine sends Mimosa a used red dress and shoes as a present.
    — Caryn James, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Sep. 2023
  • The Alvarezs never got to buy their daughter her presents.
    — Maggie Prosser, Dallas News, 12 May 2023
  • The big dilemma here: Would Pee-wee ever get a present that wasn’t fruitcake?
    — Julie Hinds, Detroit Free Press, 31 July 2023
  • New Blue Sun is a surprise album in more ways than one: In place of beats, bars, and singing, the 87-minute record presents André the flautist.
    — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 14 Nov. 2023
  • The film takes place in what appears to be a very near future, if not an alternate present.
    — Andrew Marantz, The New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2024
  • This Sunday is Father’s Day 2023, and there’s still time to ensure dad feels all the love with a present that was picked out just for him.
    — Josie Howell | [email protected], al, 14 June 2023
  • Still looking for a present for the woman who gave you everything?
    — oregonlive, 8 May 2023
  • The second video shows Sena sitting on the floor of what appears to be a living room while opening up a present.
    — Andrea Vacchiano, Fox News, 2 Oct. 2023
  • Cut scraps into a tree trunk base and assorted-size presents.
    — Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2023
  • No single leader from the global South is likely to emerge at present.
    — Leslie Vinjamuri, Foreign Affairs, 2 Oct. 2023
  • Hemingway had arranged the trip as a Christmas present for Welsh.
    — Ellen Wexler, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Sep. 2023
  • If Tom’s present wasn’t concerning enough, the rest of the evening is filled with flashing neon alarms for the relationship.
    — Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2023
  • Decorated to look like a present, the stand was wrapped with Miller Lite gift paper and tied with a red ribbon.
    — Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 28 Nov. 2023
  • There is a book sequel that takes place years later, but an adaptation of that does not appear to be in the works at present.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes, 6 May 2023
  • If that's the case, what better way to celebrate their big milestone than with a thoughtful present?
    — Sophie Dweck, townandcountrymag.com, 10 June 2023
  • At present, some 94% of the world’s gallium and about 60% of the world’s supply of germanium come from China.
    — Milton Ezrati, Forbes, 17 July 2023
  • Heesen gave one passionate skipper one hell of a Christmas present this year.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2023
  • Dress a black-and-white Christmas tree with monochrome baubles and strings of pearls or black-and-white plaid ribbon with presents wrapped in matching paper.
    — Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2023
  • Mary and Shelly were back, but there was a Christmas tree and a plethora of presents that were neatly wrapped sitting under the Christmas tree.
    — Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Cause has purchased Christmas presents for needy families in De Soto.
    — Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 26 Mar. 2024
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present

2 of 3 verb
  • What time will you be presenting?
  • He was presented with a medal at the ceremony.
  • He presented the queen with a diamond necklace.
  • The scientist presented his results to the committee.
  • An offer was presented for our consideration.
  • The museum is presenting an exhibition of paintings by Monet.
  • She will be presenting a paper on methods for teaching ESL at the conference.
  • She presented a check for $5,000 to the charity.
  • The Deer Lady is on a quest of her own, one the show presents without apologies.
    — Lili Loofbourow, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Commenters took it to be presenting a cause for the fires.
    — Nate Trela, USA TODAY, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Pride Month presents its own mixed blessing in this regard.
    — Jeff Gage, Rolling Stone, 25 Aug. 2023
  • Sitake was on board, but the question lingered about how the team wanted to be presented to the world.
    — Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Winners are presented with the award each year at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
    — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2023
  • Renne had been due to present his first collection for the house next February.
    — Luke Leitch, Vogue, 10 Nov. 2023
  • Turn up the volume on the nearly four hours of music presented here.
    — Katie Bain, Billboard, 21 Nov. 2023
  • There is no wonder Emma was asked to present the award for best costume on film’s big night.
    — Alice Newbold, Vogue, 18 Feb. 2024
  • Making them for Christmas presents this year and will also try gluten free.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2023
  • The challenge for many golfers, beyond those presented by the course, will be getting there.
    — Robin Swithinbank, Robb Report, 8 July 2023
  • In the photo, Downey Jr. is sitting on one of six classic cars presented in the image.
    — Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
  • So, the state likes to present it as … clown wig fibers, but that's factually incorrect.
    — Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2023
  • Each option presents itself on a digital scan of my mug.
    — Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 27 Oct. 2023
  • Urban, who is set to present at the ceremony, completed his look with a pair of black shoes.
    — Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Just six awards were presented during a show that ran nearly four hours.
    — Paul Grein, Billboard, 26 June 2023
  • Smith said the case has a long way to go before it can be presented to prosecutors.
    — Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 22 Nov. 2023
  • Despite all their conflicts in the past, they’re presented as one big lovefest.
    — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 3 Dec. 2023
  • The theme is prominently presented in a mural that envelopes the entirety of the space's back wall.
    — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 13 Jan. 2024
  • Mobile World Congress, like any good trade show, tries to present us with the best of what’s possible now and a vision for what’s coming next.
    — Allison Johnson, The Verge, 1 Mar. 2024
  • But the surge in remote health care options presented new issues for trust in the industry.
    — Eamon Barrett, Fortune, 21 July 2023
  • Three firms presented their proposals to the court Thursday.
    — Doug Smith, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2024
  • In May 2023, Live Nation presented the committee plans to build a new theater, according to a meeting memo.
    — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2024
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present

3 of 3 adjective
  • I am very busy at the present moment.
  • The game has existed in its present form for more than 300 years.
  • The College Board said this element of the class had been present since the course launched in 1993.
    — Laura Meckler, Washington Post, 3 Aug. 2023
  • These changes are present in over 56 percent of the planet’s oceans.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 8 Feb. 2024
  • On the western coast of South Africa, the landscape is arid for most of the year, and the threat of drought is ever present.
    — Greta Rybus, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2023
  • The Colombian star was not present at the grand reveal, but her parents were.
    — Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 30 Dec. 2023
  • There were men present amid the group of women, and one came with a special mission.
    — Keyaira Boone, Essence, 14 Dec. 2023
  • Again, don’t look directly at the sun even when clouds are present.
    — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 1 Mar. 2024
  • And to have a handsome and present man on your arm, a companion, who doesn’t want that?
    — Michelle Ingram-Delong, Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2023
  • During the following week’s episode, the black dog was still present.
    — Carrie Battan, The New Yorker, 15 Jan. 2024
  • But the children, who were present from the very first draft, represent the real stakes.
    — Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2023
  • There is even some debate as to whether such ideas have been present in his fiction from the start.
    — Graciela Mochkofsky, The New Yorker, 19 July 2023
  • She may have been seated, but the passion and pulse of the album remained present.
    — Bill Beuttler, BostonGlobe.com, 26 June 2023
  • Three Republicans and four Democrats were not present for the vote.
    — S. Dev, CBS News, 3 Oct. 2023
  • Law enforcement sources told the outlet there were no drugs found and the scene, and no signs of foul play were present.
    — Kelly Wynne, Peoplemag, 29 Oct. 2023
  • The trick is to be present during your jaunts and pay attention to details.
    — Jeanette Marantos, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2023
  • Even with Burrow in the lineup, the issues that were present in the Week 17 loss showed up all season long.
    — The Enquirer, 1 Jan. 2024
  • For now, 10 x 10 minutes of content from the past, present & future.
    — Vulture, 25 June 2023
  • Her ability to be present is a clear sign of the mental peace she’s attained.
    — Celeste Polanco, Essence, 13 Mar. 2024
  • And being present in the moment and not getting caught up with too much of what the outcome could be or would be.
    — Ben Flanagan | [email protected], al, 26 June 2023
  • The lessons here are obvious for any war, present or future.
    — David Meyer, Fortune, 4 Apr. 2024
  • Like many women who grow up within the church, I was taught to smile more, present well, and always say please and thank you.
    — Hannah V. Sawyerr, Essence, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The incident happened while the boy's sister was present.
    — Chris Ramirez, Journal Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Lewis was prescient in his descriptions of our present world.
    — Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 4 Dec. 2023
  • The surviving victim was present at the sentencing, but did not speak in the courtroom.
    — City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 June 2023
  • Our condolences to his family and friends, and to all past and present band members.
    — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 6 July 2023
  • Teens as young as 16 can now serve alcohol in Iowa restaurants, as long as two adults are present.
    — Betsy Wood, The Conversation, 26 June 2023
  • Rest on the search for more in February, and focus on being present instead.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2024
  • The researchers found that males had fewer marks if their mother was present and was no longer breeding.
    — Melissa Breyer, Treehugger, 20 July 2023
  • Such events, held by Hobbs and governors before her, allow the leaders to put a spotlight on high-profile bills, often with news organizations present.
    — Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Apr. 2024

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