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

  • (..) but it seemed longer. There was no hurry, for there was nowhere to go and nothing to buy... no money to buy it with... although Maycomb County had recently been told... that it had nothing to fear but fear itself. That summer I was sixyears old. - Good morning, Mr Cunningham. - Mornin', miss. (..)
    1962 To Kill a Mockingbird