In this day and age 📅
Definition
“Now, as opposed to the past or future.” This expression, often preceded by “not”, is one of those verbal redundancies that grate on the linguaphile’s delicate ear. It has cemented itself into common parlance since the early twentieth century. Take solace knowing that in 1941, Time magazine penned “She knew that in this day and age a nun could be a scientist.”
Synonyms
- Currently
- These days
- Nowadays
- At present
- In the present day
Antonyms
- In the past
- Once upon a time
- Long ago
- In bygone days
- Back then
Similar Terms and Expressions
- The times we live in: Reflecting current societal conditions.
- Era of now: A more contemporary twist on the idiom.
- In this moment in history: Spotlights current events in the continuum of time.
Proverbs and Wisdom
- “Every age has its own problem” – Solzhenitsyn reminding us that each era comes with unique challenges.
- “Seize the day (carpe diem)” – Live fully in the present, for time is fleeting.
Humorous Quotes
- “In this day and age, hopping online is faster than hopping out of bed.” – Flipping through million of Snapchats before your morning coffee.
- “In this day and age, even a caveman knows how to use Wi-Fi.” – Credit to broadband’s transformational capabilities.
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies
- “1984” by George Orwell: How dated or contemporary does Orwell feel in this day and age?
- “Fight Club” by Chuck Palahniuk: Unpacking consumerism and identity still resonates today.
- “Times They Are A-Changin’” by Bob Dylan: A song deeply rooted in transitions and transformations.
- “Modern Times” by Charlie Chaplin: Even back in 1936, Chaplin made astute reflections on evolving eras.
Inspirational Farewell
“In this day and age, where moments swiftly transform into memories, let us not forget to cherish each tick of the clock and the stories we author daily. Live deliberately and leave a mark!”
Sincerely,
Ersatz Erudition 2023
### Which of these is a synonym for "in this day and age"?
- [x] Nowadays
- [ ] Once upon a time
- [ ] Long ago
- [ ] Kobold in Kimchi
> **Explanation:** "Nowadays" is a modern-day synonym for “in this day and age,” describing the current period. The others transport you into different realms altogether.
### Which phrase is akin to "in this day and age"?
- [ ] At the turn of the century
- [x] These days
- [ ] Once in a blue moon
- [ ] Welling up like a whale
> **Explanation:** "These days" aptly conveys the essence of the current period, whereas "Once in a blue moon" or "At the turn of the century" point more specifically to rarities or past events.
### True or False: "In this day and age" is a phrase used to compare past traditions with current practices.
- [x] True
- [ ] False
> **Explanation:** It's True! Often, "in this day and age" pits modernity against yesteryear, reflecting the evolution of customs and habits.
### Identify the antonym of "in this day and age":
- [ ] Currently
- [ ] At present
- [ ] Nowadays
- [x] Long ago
> **Explanation:** “Long ago” directly opposes "in this day and age"; it teleports us back to a different epoch altogether.
