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contemporary vs the contemporary

Both 'contemporary' and 'the contemporary' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Contemporary' is used as an adjective to describe something existing or happening in the same time period, while 'the contemporary' is used as a noun to refer to the people or things of the same time period.

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contemporary

This is correct. 'Contemporary' is used as an adjective to describe something existing or happening in the same time period.

Use 'contemporary' when you want to describe something that is modern or current, or when referring to art, design, or culture of the present time.

Examples:

She enjoys reading contemporary literature.
The museum features contemporary art.
Their house has a contemporary design.
The film explores contemporary social issues.
He is a contemporary artist.

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Next is contemporary rationalism and its variants.
This classical humanism must inspire contemporary science and all citizens.
Works by contemporary Greek artists grace every corner.
How these cemeteries related to contemporary settlements remains unclear.
Traditional choreography of court dances is reflected in many contemporary productions.
Some of these technologies were borrowed from contemporary road cars.
Few contemporary authors can claim to have inspired such passion.
Concepts and aesthetics are taught using contemporary teaching methods that utilize state-of-the-art equipment.
These people are all most likely contemporary with Hornakht.
In contemporary society, lip piercings are relatively common.
Hannigan is known for her performances of contemporary music.
Tamanian incorporated national traditions with contemporary urban construction.
During the 1930s, Eastman continued writing critiques of contemporary literature.
Wild Cat was well-received by most contemporary music critics.
Colorado Ballet performs classical ballets and contemporary works.
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The stylish apartments have parquet flooring and contemporary furniture.
Repertoire by contemporary Italian, foreign and avant-garde.

Alternatives:

modern
current
up-to-date
present-day
recent

the contemporary

This is correct. 'The contemporary' is used as a noun to refer to the people or things of the same time period.

Use 'the contemporary' when you want to refer to the people, events, or things of the present time period as a collective group.

Examples:

The contemporary is heavily influenced by technology.
She is a leading figure in the contemporary art scene.
The book explores the struggles of the contemporary.

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Installation view, The Contemporary Austin – Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park at Laguna Gloria, Austin, 2015. Courtesy Tom Sachs Studio. Photograph ...
Your admission helps The Contemporary Austin mount an ambitious exhibition schedule and fund education and public programs for children, teens, and adults.
The Contemporary presents its first solo commission since its reopening in 2013, Bubble Over Green, an exhibition by artist Victoria Fu (b. 1978, Santa Monica ...
Each gallery responded to a simple question: Who is the one artist or art professional that you want The Contemporary to bring to Baltimore? Each gallery will ...

Alternatives:

people of today
current generation
modern society
present-day individuals
those living now

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