as in via
using the means or agency of
the infection is spread to the rest of the body per the bloodstream
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as in each
for each one
you can have them at 50 cents per or three for $1.25
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Recent Examples of per
Will Jeanes, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
Friends members can attend preview night, which is 5:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 15, for free; nonmembers pay $10 per person.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
How many people are bitten by venomous snakes per year?
—Kirsten Fiscus, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2025
In addition, Disney+ is also available in a bundling package with Hulu and Max for $16.99 per month with ads and $29.99 per month without ads.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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Preposition
Withdrawals leading to walkovers were more common in the early years of the competition, partly why the number of matches per season fluctuated slightly in the opening decades.
—Will Jeanes, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2025
Friends members can attend preview night, which is 5:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 15, for free; nonmembers pay $10 per person.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
How many people are bitten by venomous snakes per year?
—Kirsten Fiscus, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2025
In addition, Disney+ is also available in a bundling package with Hulu and Max for $16.99 per month with ads and $29.99 per month without ads.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for per
Preposition
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This game, as well as select games throughout the season, will be broadcast on ABC (via ESPN3 on Sling TV).—
Rudie Obias,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Aug. 2025
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Sports Illustrated via Getty Images The current tournament format unfolds over two days.—
Zach Schenfisch,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The House and Senate each passed the BBB by razor thin margins with most votes on party lines.—
Martin Shenkman,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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The Spaniard and the American each rocked a Rolex watch during the award ceremonies at Roland Garros Stadium in Paris, France, yesterday, Hodinkee reported.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
9 June 2025
Preposition
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It's taken some time for scientists to learn how to interpret the data by separating out natural sources of natural carbon dioxide emissions from those caused by human activity.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
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Find out by viewing our fan gallery from the game against James Madison College.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Mercenaries are defined as soldiers who are contracted by third parties unaffiliated with a nation’s armed forces and motivated primarily by private gain.—
Rebecca Johns,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Flip patties and cook 1 minute; carefully place 2 tablespoons of the cheese on each patty, cover with a transparent lid and cook until cheese is melted and patties are cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes more.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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His first and only target came mid-way through the second quarter – taking a hit in the ribs and exiting the game.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Mired in a terrible second-half slump, the center fielder went 2-for-3 with two sacrifice flies after not starting Tuesday and Wednesday and an off day Thursday.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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With Ella Toone or Park in the No 10 role, the former Bayern Munich player will add balance in a double pivot alongside Hinata Miyazawa allowing United more control in midfield.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Per.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/per. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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