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
The private schools must also have operated for at least two school years before applying.
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Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
Reckless driving also remains a major problem in Milwaukee.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026
The difficult labor market for entry-level roles has pushed more young people to low-cost alternatives, including community colleges and trade schools, which also surged in popularity last year.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 16 Jan. 2026
Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
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Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
Reckless driving also remains a major problem in Milwaukee.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026
The difficult labor market for entry-level roles has pushed more young people to low-cost alternatives, including community colleges and trade schools, which also surged in popularity last year.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 16 Jan. 2026
Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for also
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The conservative advocacy group, The American Principles Project, similarly condemned the 130 members amid the recent allegations, in an X post Tuesday.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Before that, 11 Jewish people died when a similarly motivated gunman started shooting inside a Pittsburgh synagogue.—
Peter Larsen,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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Lutnick will then consult with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other administration officials about his findings.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Jan. 2026
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Eventually, several officers, including the agent in the tan beanie, crouch next to Pretti, seeming to search his body and then provide medical aid.—
Yahya Abou-Ghazala,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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The vehicle was likewise known as the Podbike until late in its existence.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Jan. 2026
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Herencia de Patrones fans may find that choice frustrating, while viewers hoping for a proper introduction to an unfamiliar musical scene will likewise go away disappointed.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2026
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And Nik's not a bad guy, either.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Voters in primary elections may nominate extremists to run in the general election, leaving independents no choice but to vote for the lesser of two evils or to abstain from voting for either.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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And besides, the problems had begun much earlier.—
Eliot A. Cohen,
The Atlantic,
23 Jan. 2026
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There are subtler blanks besides.—
Dan Sheehan,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
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According to scientific research, many mushrooms have stress-relieving, adaptogenic qualities that may help the mind and body handle daily pressures more effectively, Goodwin adds.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Following the money Over the past few years, auction houses and art fairs have tried to follow the money, focusing their efforts in Asia and, more recently, the Middle East.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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