This very moment

NOW

Think of the word you’d use to describe the exact point in time when something is happening, often paired with "right" for emphasis.

The clue "This very moment" is a straightforward definition pointing directly to the word "now," which means the current time. There’s no hidden wordplay or trick—it’s a simple, literal hint where the answer is exactly what the clue describes. If you think of phrases like "right now" or "at this instant," the answer becomes even clearer. This kind of clue is common in crosswords to balance out the more complex or pun-based hints.