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as in regarding
having to do with
a poignant story about a young man who goes off to war
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as in round
on all sides or in every direction
people standing about waiting for a salesclerk to assist them
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as in back
toward the opposite direction
turned about and saw the dog following him
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as in almost
very close to but not completely
about as many attendees as last year signed up for the conference
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as in approximately
close to but not exactly
it's about a mile to the nearest gas station we're about ready to get started
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as in everywhere
in one place and another
his garage was a dirty, cluttered place with various tools and engine parts just lying about
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as in aware
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Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The network was about to hire The Daily Show host when a producer Kimmel worked with on the '90s game show Win Ben Stein's Money suggested that the head of the network watch video of him, Kimmel explained Wednesday on the Where Everybody Knows Your Name podcast.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Oct. 2025
Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
There’s a lot to like about the way the Sabres have played, though.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Bill Bowden, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2025
The corporation, which went public in 2021 with a valuation of about $100 billion, helps users buy, sell and store cryptocurrencies.
—Melanie Hicken, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
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Preposition
Ofeefan Long-Sleeve Tie-Waist Mini Dress, $22 with coupon From pumpkin patch visits to Thanksgiving dinner, this new long-sleeve dress is about to become your fall wardrobe hero.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
The network was about to hire The Daily Show host when a producer Kimmel worked with on the '90s game show Win Ben Stein's Money suggested that the head of the network watch video of him, Kimmel explained Wednesday on the Where Everybody Knows Your Name podcast.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Oct. 2025
Adverb
Project Cloud Nita Platform Sneakers The Nita has a platform that lifts you about two inches and contains a cushiony memory foam insole for your heels to sink into.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
There’s a lot to like about the way the Sabres have played, though.
—Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Stephens said there were signs of a struggle, and Thomas' body had been dragged about 180 feet into the woods.
—Bill Bowden, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2025
The corporation, which went public in 2021 with a valuation of about $100 billion, helps users buy, sell and store cryptocurrencies.
—Melanie Hicken, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
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Preposition
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Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2025
Preposition
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The duo hope to use their data background to show global trends and narratives around rising anti-democratic sentiment by compiling and reporting on public data that often gets overlooked or underanalyzed.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Reich said Lauren Spors began to scream and threaten those around her, prompting a county worker to call the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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This Panasonic point-and-shoot digital camera is an easy-to-use starter option for anyone looking to up their picture game and not have to worry about draining their phone battery throughout the day or having to empty their storage space to take more vacation photos.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Dry conditions and crisp temperatures are expected this weekend throughout the state, ushering in ideal conditions for fall foliage.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Kardashian also opted to pull her hair back, bringing attention to her sultry eye makeup.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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There are so many people who are excited to have me back in some capacity as Superman.—
Charles Infosino,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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States, and now nonstate actors, have been engaging in wars of various kinds almost constantly since World War II.—
Elizabeth D. Samet,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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This is one of the most popular portable heated blankets on Amazon, with almost 500 perfect ratings.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Entry-level officers in Little Rock currently earn approximately $55,161 annually.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Oct. 2025
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Franklin Field supervisor Tony Overend said in 2005 that approximately 20,000 to 30,000 pieces of toast are thrown per game.—
Jordy Fee-Platt,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Orange construction barrels are seemingly everywhere.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Oct. 2025
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Okay, maybe not that honey oak—the golden wood tone that flooded kitchens everywhere in the '80s and '90s.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This story retains a hold on people to a degree that most are likely scarcely aware of.—
Elizabeth D. Samet,
Foreign Affairs,
29 Oct. 2025
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But lucid dreaming involves metacognition, which is a type of cognitive control in which someone becomes aware of their own thoughts.—
Hannah Yasharoff,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
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