The best way to learn proper English is to read news report, and watch news on TV. Watching TV shows is a great way to learn casual English, slang words, understand culture reference and humor. If you have already watched these shows then you may recall the words used in the following dialogs.

Even before
the RECENT threat of our parents
The Big Bang Theory Season 10, Episode 1

I am not proud of this, but I've been
envious of your RECENT success.
The Big Bang Theory Season 10, Episode 9

I'm sorry. Have you suffered
a RECENT blow to the head?
The Big Bang Theory Season 3, Episode 10

SKYLER:
This is the most RECENT photo.
We haven't taken many lately, so...
Breaking Bad Season 2, Episode 2

Recent events
have demonstrated to me...
The Big Bang Theory Season 4, Episode 2