existing
adjective
used for describing something that exists now, especially when it might be changed or replaced
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Existing, happening or being dealt with now
at this time
used for talking about what exists now, usually when it may be different in the future
in progress
happening, or being done
vocal fry
a speech habit in which a speaker lowers their voice at the end of a sentence
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a mineral which is mined in a place where there is armed conflict, and sold to help pay for weapons
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