⏰ As We Speak, (Even)
“As we speak, (even)” - At this moment, right now. An oral equivalent of “at this juncture.” For example, “When is her plane due?—It’s landing even as we speak.”
Synonyms & Related Terms
- Right now
- As of this moment
- At the present time
- Currently
- At this very instant
🍒 Antonyms
- Later
- Afterward
- Eventually
- Down the line
- In the future
🎤 Humorous Quotes
“I don’t need time; what I need is a deadline.” - Duke Ellington, emphasizing the power of the present.
“The future is shaped by what you do today, not tomorrow.” - Robert Kiyosaki, reminding us to seize the moment.
📚 Literature & References
Books:
- The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: A profound guide to living in the present.
- On Time by Hugh R. Salmon: Exploring the mysteries and meanings of time.
Songs:
- “Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles: A melody that embodies optimism in the here and now.
- “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes: Cherishing the moment.
🎬 Movies & Poetry
Movies:
- Dead Poets Society: Carpe Diem! Seize the day!
- In Time: A sci-fi thriller exploring the literal value of time.
Poetry:
- “To His Coy Mistress” by Andrew Marvell: Encouraging action in the present.
🌱 Thought-Provoking Farewell
Live every moment as if it’s the most important, because indeed, it is. Time waits for no one—so embrace the now, as we speak.
### Which of these phrases captures the essence of "right now"?
- [x] As we speak, even
- [ ] Before the moon ducks
- [ ] When lava cools
- [ ] At the strike of midnight
> **Explanation:** "As we speak, even" correctly indicates something occurring at this very moment. The others are entertaining fabrications.
### True or False: 'As we speak' means something will happen later.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** False. "As we speak" signifies something is happening right now.
### Choose the phrase that signifies immediacy.
- [x] Currently
- [ ] Eventually
- [ ] When the clock strikes noon
- [ ] Later on
> **Explanation:** "Currently" highlights events of the present time, capturing the urgency of 'as we speak.'
### The idiom 'as we speak' is synonymous with:
- [x] At this moment
- [ ] At some point
- [ ] When pigs fly
- [ ] In another life
> **Explanation:** "At this moment" parallels the immediacy of 'as we speak,' conjuring the immediacy of now.
### True or False: The idiom 'as we speak' suggests a condition for future fulfillment.
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** False. The idiom 'as we speak' is firmly rooted in the present, not the future.
