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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 back
toward the opposite direction
turned about and saw the dog following him
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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
J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
For her part, Hargitay also has shown support for an eventual ‘EO’ romance… but not until the long-running show is about to end.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 26 Sep. 2025
Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
For more economic information about the cotton market, visit Cotton Incorporated’s Lifestyle Monitor.
—Sj Guest Editorial, Sourcing Journal, 26 Sep. 2025
Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2025
Last September, this second Russian eavesdropping satellite maneuvered close to an Intelsat satellite named Intelsat 10-02, coming as close as 1 kilometer (about 3,300 feet) from it in January, according to a CSIS space threat assessment.
—Benj Edwards, ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2025
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Preposition
Her husband is directing a screaming grade-school-aged girl who is about to have a prosthetic finger bitten off.
—J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025
For her part, Hargitay also has shown support for an eventual ‘EO’ romance… but not until the long-running show is about to end.
—Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 26 Sep. 2025
Adverb
Buy the best, which means spending about $17,000 for an example in good condition, or almost $50,000 for a lawn-queen.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
For more economic information about the cotton market, visit Cotton Incorporated’s Lifestyle Monitor.
—Sj Guest Editorial, Sourcing Journal, 26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
In a first-of-its-kind demonstration, the team also used the router to direct entangled pairs of photons, successfully maintaining their quantum link with an interference visibility of about 97%.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2025
Last September, this second Russian eavesdropping satellite maneuvered close to an Intelsat satellite named Intelsat 10-02, coming as close as 1 kilometer (about 3,300 feet) from it in January, according to a CSIS space threat assessment.
—Benj Edwards, ArsTechnica, 25 Sep. 2025
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Preposition
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Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations?—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2025
Preposition
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On the football field of Holy Redeemer Church in Burton, dozens of people from around Genesee County held candles to collectively pray for the United States and those affected by violence.—
Tess Ware,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Jimmy Kimmel’s controversial remarks about Kirk’s killing prompted ABC to temporarily suspend his late-night TV show, which has prompted widespread concerns around free speech.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Carissa later compiled a video of his journey using clips and photos taken throughout the year.—
Sydney Barragan,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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The car show is hosted throughout the campus and is organized and run mostly by students attending the university with little direct involvement from faculty.—
Keenan Thompson,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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In Finneytown, Uncle Bill's owner has reached out to corporate officials and yet to hear back.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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In contrast, veins transport blood back to the heart under very low pressure.—
Bryant Stamford,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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There is, however, a region in its atmosphere at an altitude of over 31 miles (50 kilometers), where the temperature and pressure are almost Earth-like.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The heartwarming footage quickly went viral earning over 1 million views and almost 19,500 likes since it was posted on September 27.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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This once-in-a-lifetime cosmic event happens approximately every 50 years when the centaur Chiron returns to its home sign and degree, which is when the movie came out.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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At least 19 of the zoo's approximately 300 full-time employees have doctorate or veterinary degrees, a sign of how much the field has professionalized over time.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
26 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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No longer just the quintessential New England favorite or the Cali tech bro in fleece, the half zip will be spotted everywhere this fall, with so many stylish brands putting their own spin on the classic.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
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Then, there are the multitude of other financial pressures facing mom-and-pop stores everywhere, like competition from major chains.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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What’s Next UPenn has issued safety advice to students, including not wearing headphones, staying off of phones, and making sure to stay aware of surroundings.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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In a rare move, aware of Chapman’s growing comfort in Boston, Breslow worked out an in-season extension for the veteran reliever.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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“About.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/about. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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