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as in then
in addition to what has been said
the sci-fi movie was totally unbelievable and, what's more, it was boring
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as in better
to a greater or higher extent
the boxers for this bout are more evenly matched than the last two were
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as in further
resulting in an increase in amount or number
bought more apples in order to make a bigger pie
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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
add a little more to the mixture
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Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
The result is a category that feels less like an afterthought and more like the focal point of an outfit—a subtle reminder that the smallest accessories often carry the most weight.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 June 2026
Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
As of last month, according to Yahoo Sports, more than $125 million worth of NIL compensation that had been promised to athletes had been rejected by the clearinghouse or was still under review.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Peter Wehner, The Atlantic, 23 Mar. 2026
Yet its cultural mores and culinary ways remain distinct, often revolving around religious rituals and special days on the Hindu calendar (Panchangam) used by Hindus globally to schedule festivals and rituals based on solar and lunar cycles.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
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Adverb
Yet in Spark’s short story, and indeed in Spark’s own story, the creature cuts an altogether more unassuming figure.
—Literary Hub, 9 June 2026
The result is a category that feels less like an afterthought and more like the focal point of an outfit—a subtle reminder that the smallest accessories often carry the most weight.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 June 2026
Adjective
Hop on the river yourself with kayaking, boat tours and more.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
As of last month, according to Yahoo Sports, more than $125 million worth of NIL compensation that had been promised to athletes had been rejected by the clearinghouse or was still under review.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
Noun
Burke believed that manners and mores, customs and norms, codes of conduct, and beauty itself made life more humane.
—Peter Wehner, The Atlantic, 23 Mar. 2026
Yet its cultural mores and culinary ways remain distinct, often revolving around religious rituals and special days on the Hindu calendar (Panchangam) used by Hindus globally to schedule festivals and rituals based on solar and lunar cycles.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
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Adverb
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The Jackets then broke open the lead with a two RBI single to right field from Clary.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 June 2026
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Police in Las Vegas arranged for him to be arrested and then extradited to California, Clark said.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
Adverb
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The Institute founded in his name partners with the National Football League, Gatorade, the National Athletic Trainers' Association and others to better understand and manage heat risks to athletes.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
9 Feb. 2023
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In addition, Most of the activities that hybrid employees carry out–such as focused individual tasks, asynchronous communication, and video meetings–are better done at home.—
Gleb Tsipursky,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2023
Adjective
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Iran has also suspended flights at the Imam Khomeini International Airport until further notice, state media reported.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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The Supreme Court has sent legislative redistricting cases filed on behalf of Black voters in Mississippi and Native Americans in North Dakota back to lower courts for further consideration in light of its Louisiana decision.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
Noun
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That was the largest increase in the plant’s more than 30-year history, records show.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Since 2019, the National Poison Data System has fielded a nearly 1,500% increase in calls related to overdoses or side effects from injectable weight loss drugs.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
Adverb
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And besides, this man was now in his early thirties.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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And besides, Star Wars fans won't have to wait too much longer to be reunited with their favorite Togruta warrior.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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The document also noted additional concerns.—
Ivan Taylor,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Forecasters believe an additional 2 inches of rain could fall.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The future electric vehicle may not owe its efficiency gains to a larger battery pack or more powerful motor.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Los Angeles City Council member Nithya Raman is closing the gap on her mayoral rival Spencer Pratt, picking up a net gain of about 10,000 votes in a fresh tranche of primary votes released late Friday.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2026
Adverb
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Life without either, the pair determine, has left Leonora morose, maladjusted and desperate to claw her way back to the road not taken.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Kelli’s speech at the party isn’t helping Shamea’s case, either.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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