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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 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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Recent Examples of about
Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2026
In the past several months, many residents have raised concerns about potential environmental, health and safety impacts.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
On each visit, Whitlow typically holds about five or six babies.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Matt Klink, Oc Register, 1 May 2026
Prime Video is about to set sail on a summer full of new projects in the young adult and romance spaces.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
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Preposition
There is nothing new at the Capitol about plans falling through.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2026
In the past several months, many residents have raised concerns about potential environmental, health and safety impacts.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Adverb
Neal Thompson, 23, who tries to play golf once a week and at least monthly at WP9, noticed a problem about a month ago.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026
On each visit, Whitlow typically holds about five or six babies.
—Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
Adjective
Los Angeles is about to host the world.
—Matt Klink, Oc Register, 1 May 2026
Prime Video is about to set sail on a summer full of new projects in the young adult and romance spaces.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for about
Preposition
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Metro Police detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting, and are in contact with the District Attorney’s Office regarding charging decisions.—
Vivian Jones,
Nashville Tennessean,
18 Oct. 2025
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Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Preposition
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Set one clear boundary around your time today and follow it so your work stays consistent and controlled.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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Our impressively multicultural team of street racers now freelance in the shadowy and complex world of covert ops, jetting around the world to take down an increasingly unhinged array of nihilist supervillains.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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The 73-year-old Weinstein kept his eyes trained on Mann throughout her Tuesday testimony, intermittently whispering to his attorney, Teny Geragos.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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New surprise gifts will debut throughout the year, giving kids something new to look forward to with every visit.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Overall, among Catholic Americans who have seen this feud become the most contentious relationship between a secular leader and the papacy dating back to medieval times, the pope's favorability climbs to 61%, the poll said.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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That injury proved to be a turning point in that series, as the Pacers rallied back from an 0-2 deficit to win it in seven games.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
Adverb
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Since May 1996, a group of neighbors has met almost every month to talk about books.—
Maggie Penman,
Washington Post,
1 May 2026
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The World Bank estimated that an extended disruption could drive energy prices up by almost a quarter compared to 2025; the strait cannot quickly be replaced, Morningstar analysts warned in a note to clients.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Kelly’s laboratory discovered tafamidis, marketed by Pfizer as Vyndaqel and Vyndamax, which slows the progression of transthyretin cardiomyopathy and polyneuropathy and is taken by approximately 70,000 patients worldwide.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Hazardville Water Company serves approximately 7,500 customers in the towns of Enfield, Somers and East Windsor.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
Adverb
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Tensions over slavery were then ratcheting up everywhere.—
Sebastian Smee,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Now fashion is everywhere and belongs to everyone.—
Ralphie Aversa,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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The four set lines enforce my preferred tab orthodoxy—four spaces, with tab and backspace both aware of this.—
Lee Hutchinson,
ArsTechnica,
6 May 2026
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Upon further investigation, police became aware of earlier reports as well as an online video, which went viral on Facebook, showing the beaver attacking other people in the park.—
Adam England,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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“About.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/about. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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