today
/təˈdeɪ/ adverb A1- On the current day or date. · I want this done today.· Today, my brother went to the shops.
- In the current era; nowadays; these days. · In the 1500s, people had to do things by hand, but today we have electric can openers.
- On the day of a recurring cycle or event which is currently happening. · We used to prepare everything today, but now we split it over two days.
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But I’m glad it’s not rainy today because it’s easier to be cheerful and bear up under affliction on a sunshiny day.
Alexander Spencer today--the mail-man brought it from the station--saying they were coming on the five-thirty train tonight.
“I was kind of afraid _you_ weren’t, though, when I saw Matthew starting off today.
Do you know, my arm must be black and blue from the elbow up, for I’ve pinched myself so many times today.
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