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

  • (..) Are you aware that the hackney carriage, By which you arrived had a damaged wheel. Yes, The left. And it's plain to the meanest intelligence that you've recently acquired a new bow for your violin. Same bow... New Strings. And may I deduce.. Mycroft, Good evening by the way. No! He doesn't. (..)
    2011 Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
  • (..) in every town in Europe. Loitering in the woodshed again are we my king. Good evening, Sherly, I see your boot maker is ill dear brother. As I detect that you've recently changed the brand of soap with which you shave. May I point out the chimney in the front room of Baker Street, (..)
    2011 Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows