recently

Definition

  • adverb: during the period of time that has just passed
  • adverb: during a 'recent' period of time
  • synonyms: newly, lately, freshly

Examples

  • I was going to paint the room white, but more 'recently' I've been considering a light blue.

  • Until 'recently' I had no idea where I would end up finding a job.

  • I saw him 'recently' for the first time in many years.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) It seems that all my life I have been waiting for it. (announcer) ..named after Sublieutenant Ogilvy, hero of the state of Oceania, recently awarded posthumously the Order of Conspicuous Gallantry for his actions in the recent glorious victory over the forces of Eastasia What does the clock say? (..)
    1984 1984
  • (..) I went ahead and did it just the same. Rutherford Unperson, substitute Ogilvy. Ogilvy biog, details as follows. War hero, recently killed Malabar front. Today awarded posthumous Order of Conspicuous Merit nd class. (man) I accuse myself of sabotage, embezzlement of Party funds, (..)
    1984 1984