and that

phrase

1
somewhat formal
used to refer to an idea just mentioned
He was helpful, and that to an unusual degree.
2
chiefly British, informal : and more things of the same kind
She spends her money drinking, gambling, and that.

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And speaking of men being disappointing, Ava changes the conversation to vaguely tell them all that her intuition about her boyfriend, Hook, was correct, and that they’re now broken up. Tom Smyth, Vulture, 30 July 2026 City leaders say the buildings are safe and that data submitted to Florida regulators were miscategorized. David Smiley, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026 The suit alleges violations of her First Amendment rights and that she was discriminated against because of her Muslim religion. Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026 The release, signed by Madeline Romious, board president, said that the board will begin a search for her successor immediately and that additional details will be shared as plans are finalized. Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for and that

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“And that.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/and%20that. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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