now

You use now when you want to say that something is true at this time. It is also used for things a short time in the future or a short time in the past.

Example: I had many problems before, but I'm OK now.

You use now at the beginning of a sentence to get people's attention.

Example: Now, I'd like to hear from other people too.

You use now to refer to the present time, often in contrast to a time in the past or the future.

Example: Now is the time when we must all live as economically as possible.

You use now to indicate that an event has occurred and as a result something else may or will happen.

Example: I’m going to relax now the school year is over.