Common Errors in English - Actual

actual
adjective
BAD: We'd like to know more about the actual crisis (Not the economic problems of the past).
GOOD: We'd like to know more about the present crisis (Not the economic problems of the past).
BAD: My actual job involves a lot of administration.
GOOD: My present job involves a lot of administration.
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actual = real (as opposed what is believed, planned or expected): 'People think he is over fifty but his actual age is forty-eight.' 'Although buses are supposed to run every fifteen minutes, the actual waiting time can be up to an hour.'
present/current = happening or existing now: 'No one can drive that car in its present condition.' 'Her current boyfriend works for Shell.'