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as in everywhere
in one place and another
an overgrown lawn with yellow patches of dandelions scattered here and there
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as in sometimes
on some occasions
she spoke so softly that I only caught a word here and there
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Recent Examples of here and there
The hope is to fill the lots and spark new opportunities rather than just a few homes here and there.
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Jessica Riley,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Fans have debated through the years which band is better, and the respective bands have made remarks here and there.
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Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
Our agenda includes promenading with the official mascots, catching another round of live musical vibes here and there, and taking pride in some folks who are dear to us.
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Ed Silverman,
STAT,
12 June 2026
The financial media still quotes him here and there.
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Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for here and there
Jessica Riley,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
Fans have debated through the years which band is better, and the respective bands have made remarks here and there.
—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 June 2026
Our agenda includes promenading with the official mascots, catching another round of live musical vibes here and there, and taking pride in some folks who are dear to us.
—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
12 June 2026
The financial media still quotes him here and there.
—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for here and there
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The retro ensemble caught the attention of fans and press everywhere.
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Pull-on pants are everywhere this summer, offering a welcome alternative to uncomfortable, constrictive options.
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Chalsma’s unstinting vociferousness, which sometimes seems over the top, leaves little doubt as to who shaped Coriolanus’ martial character.
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The Drug Enforcement Administration does have those tools, and sometimes works with Brennan's office to investigate cases.
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When the tremors happened on Wednesday, Medina was in Naiguata, a city about 14 miles (23 kilometers) away.
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Among the majestic, temple-like structures were about 200 other buildings on more than 600 acres in Jackson Park.
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Yet the Village People’s hits endured in a way few other disco novelties could, forever blasted out at weddings and occasionally ill-fitting public events.
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Simmer beans, stirring occasionally, until bubbling and thickened, about 5 minutes.
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“Here and there.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/here%20and%20there. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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