1
as in similarly
in like manner
we stayed at a historic London hotel, the same establishment that had also welcomed our grandparents many years ago
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2
as in then
in addition to what has been said
I'd like a motorcycle for my birthday; also, I'd like a new CD player
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Recent Examples of also
For many attendees, the event was also a rare opportunity to connect with fellow Algerians.
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J.m. Banks
june 15, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
There were also many current Islamic Republic flags in the stadium.
—Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 16 June 2026
The next generation of scientists is also a reason for optimism.
—Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 16 June 2026
The governor has also activated Phase 3 of Colorado's Drought Response Plan, which allows the state to take additional emergency response actions, including potential emergency funding for unmet response needs.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 8 June 2026
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J.m. Banks
june 15, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
There were also many current Islamic Republic flags in the stadium.
—Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 16 June 2026
The next generation of scientists is also a reason for optimism.
—Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 16 June 2026
The governor has also activated Phase 3 of Colorado's Drought Response Plan, which allows the state to take additional emergency response actions, including potential emergency funding for unmet response needs.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for also
Adverb
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Many of the France squad, likewise, reflect immigration patterns.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Kushner was likewise amazed during his first visit in 2021 with Ivanka.—
Marzio G. Mian,
Vanity Fair,
16 June 2026
Adverb
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Six shots over par on the back nine, then six under par on the front nine.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Keep a core of year-round basics, then rotate a few season-specific pieces in and out as the weather turns.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
Adverb
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Matching your belt, shoes, and purse is an easy way to make an outfit feel intentional and look cohesive, and Swift did so by opting for a similarly rich brown leather style.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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The decline was far less over the same period for similarly qualified women, who worked three fewer hours.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
Adverb
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Nary a complaint from him, either.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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Now, should Florida proceed in an attempt to get either — and, a reminder, that Hellebuyck hasn’t formally requested a trade just yet — what could the Panthers offer?—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
Adverb
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And besides, at home, there would be no screaming crowd to film when the phone was no longer necessary for streaming.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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And besides, acting like a contender has far more in common with the American sports mindset than seeking style points just for participation.—
Julian Cardillo,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
Adverb
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This change has fundamentally revolutionized the pace of innovation—shifting us away from incremental advances and toward more rapid, system-level transformations across science and engineering.—
Rachel Nuwer,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026
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One of the more common ways bear encounters escalate is when an off-leash dog runs toward a bear, annoys it, and then comes sprinting back to its owner with an angry predator in pursuit.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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“Also.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/also. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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