since 1 of 3

as in ago
earlier than the present time an ancient marking whose meaning is long since forgotten

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since

2 of 3

conjunction

as in because
for the reason that since you are already here, we might as well get the meeting started

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since

3 of 3

preposition

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Adverb
The Golden Knights figure to have plenty of experience on defense, which has been a staple since Bonds arrived at St. Francis. Charles Rich, Glendale News-Press, 26 Aug. 2019 Social media is a crucial part of digital marketing, and there's a lot to cover, since the course includes tools and skills specific to individual social media platforms. Noelle Ike, CNN Underscored, 26 Aug. 2019
Conjunction
Most Fortune 500 companies in the Charlotte region have since stopped emphasizing DEI in their annual reports. Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2025 Station 16 at 2110 Via Casa Alta was built in 1982 and has had small upgrades since, but no major renovations, according to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for since
Recent Examples of Synonyms for since
after
Preposition
  • The offense has more holes to fill but quarterback Dylan Elmer is back after splitting time as the starter last season.
    Michael Huntley, Oc Register, 14 Aug. 2025
  • So, how will the Buffs remain in the mix for a bowl game after the exodus of players to the NFL, including Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter and quarterback Shedeur Sanders?
    Troy Renck, Denver Post, 14 Aug. 2025

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“Since.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/since. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.

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