as in earlier
so as to precede something in order of time
when we got back to the house, the movers had already left
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Governors and mayors, the public and private sector, civil society and multilateral organizations will come together to champion subnational collaboration, mobilize financing for local climate projects and build the local innovations already driving global progress.
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MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The already tense relations between Condé Nast and the union representing many of its editorial workers hit a new flash point this week.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
Donald had been in some big things already.
—Janine Rubenstein, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
In fact, rumors even indicate a funeral has already been planned and Prince William has taken on more duties in preparation for ascending the throne.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 6 Nov. 2025
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MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The already tense relations between Condé Nast and the union representing many of its editorial workers hit a new flash point this week.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
Donald had been in some big things already.
—Janine Rubenstein, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
In fact, rumors even indicate a funeral has already been planned and Prince William has taken on more duties in preparation for ascending the throne.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 6 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for already
Adverb
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Amid those results, former White House adviser Steve Bannon took to social media to warn of the danger ahead for the Republicans.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Call locations ahead to confirm availability, hours and location.—
Nushrat Rahman,
Freep.com,
5 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Kinghorn previously served as foreperson of the El Dorado County grand jury.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Managers also wear poppies on the touchline, including Thomas Tuchel, the German who is currently head coach of the England men’s national team having previously managed Chelsea in 2021 and 2022.—
Eduardo Tansley,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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Anger and apology Bosch, who was crowned Miss Universe Mexico earlier this year, denounced Nawat for insulting her.—
Anabella González,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Schlegel, a travel adviser from Arlington, Virginia, has told clients to not panic, to monitor their flights and to arrive at the airport early.—
JOSH FUNK,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The night before, Annabelle had made the traditional meal of baked rabbit, asparagus, and custard.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
6 Nov. 2025
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Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Already.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/already. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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