At This Particular Time (Now)
Ah, “at this particular time,” those four extra words that remind us that simplicity is an art not always mastered by the verbose. Often found in journalistic or legal contexts, this phrase is used to give an aura of specificity that the simple word “now” could quite adequately cover. Another illustrious variant lean toward sporting vernacular, such as “at this stage of the game.” Both conjure images of sharply dressed lawyers or sports commentators trying to sound more official.
Related and Similar Terms:
- Presently
- Currently
- As we speak
- In the moment
- At present
Common Antonyms:
- Previously
- Later
- Subsequently
- Eventually
🤡 Humor-Filled Quote: “At this particular time, one might wonder if four extra words can indeed pass the spare seconds in mundane conversations, creating an illusion of depth.”
📚 Suggested Reading:
- Eats, Shoots & Leaves by Lynne Truss
- The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White
- Word Work by Bruce Rosenthal
📺 Movies to Enjoy:
- The Paper (1994) – experience the high-pressure world of newsroom reporting where every minute counts!
- All the President’s Men (1976) – Delve into the Watergate scandal, a true testament to legalistic phrasing.
🎵 Songs to Reflect On:
- “Right Here, Right Now” by Jesus Jones – relive the real-time thrill!
- “Time is on My Side” by The Rolling Stones – ponder the passage of time.
Inspirational Thought: Language, the apparently innocuous collection of words, holds the power to clarify or clutter, to enlighten or encumber. Choose your words selectively, and as Orwell once urged, “let meaning choose the word.”
Eloise E. Eloquence, 2023
