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as in with
using the means or agency of
try to convince them by reason alone, if possible
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as in in
at, within, or to a short distance or time
the library is close by
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Recent Examples of by
Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
The Red Sox could not take advantage of a two-out walk by Connor Wong in the bottom of the eighth, and in the top of the ninth Aroldis Chapman came on and immediately ran into trouble, allowing Detroit’s first hit since the first inning on a leadoff single by Javier Baez.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2026
Timia Cobb, Dallas Morning News, 5 Apr. 2026
The four astronauts inside are prepping a six hour fly by around the far side of the moon tomorrow.
—CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
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Preposition
Six months later, on Sunday, April 12, his remains were found by a person walking a dog on Caja del Rio Road in Santa Fe County, New Mexico State Police said in a statement.
—Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
The Red Sox could not take advantage of a two-out walk by Connor Wong in the bottom of the eighth, and in the top of the ninth Aroldis Chapman came on and immediately ran into trouble, allowing Detroit’s first hit since the first inning on a leadoff single by Javier Baez.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 18 Apr. 2026
Adverb
The 15-year-old was shot during a suspect drive by, police said.
—Timia Cobb, Dallas Morning News, 5 Apr. 2026
The four astronauts inside are prepping a six hour fly by around the far side of the moon tomorrow.
—CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for by
Preposition
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One of those who was injured was flown to a hospital via a medical helicopter.—
Steven Yablonski,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Buckhead Village also happens to be one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Atlanta, so park on the outskirts and get around via abundant pedestrian pathways.—
Ellie Nan Storck,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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Our next significant system is on track to arrive Friday afternoon, with showers and a few strong to severe storms possible.—
Joseph Dames,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The announcement comes at a time when the White House has been signaling a diplomatic solution to the conflict in the Middle East, as continuing negotiations with Tehran remain under discussion.—
Leonie Kidd,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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Spot gold, which is currently trading at around $4,838 per ounce, has fallen about 10% from its late-January peak, slipping into correction territory even as geopolitical risks intensify.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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While this is where the highest chance for rain will be, storms could develop off of this line, impacting other places around Western Pennsylvania.—
Ron Smiley,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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The national spotlight that once fixed on Dearborn during the 2024 election has faded.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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These breathable, lightweight pants are great for spring, keeping you cool and comfortable during long travel days.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Newcomer Malegía Cafe fits right in, with a mural depicting the national birds of Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala, broadcasting its roots and style.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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Masked agents then forced their way in and pointed guns at the family, yelling at them, Thao recalled.—
Mark Vancleave,
Twin Cities,
13 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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The Navy is likely tracking ships linked to Iran through satellites, drones and other forms of surveillance as well as each commercial vessel’s past history, said Kevin Donegan, a retired vice admiral and former commander of the Navy’s Fifth Fleet, which is based in Bahrain.—
Konstantin Toropin,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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With officers trailing behind, the suspect sped through a red light, nearly striking cross traffic at an intersection.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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The 60-year-old was anxious at the onset of the spring planting season, rattling off the long list of issues affecting his family’s livelihood at their 2,000-acre farm near Wahoo, Nebraska.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Few details have been released, but Miami police told CBS News Miami that shortly before midnight, officers received a ShotSpotter alert near the main stage in the area of Northeast 2nd Avenue and 62nd Street.—
Steven Yablonski,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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Pittsburgh Regional Transit Officials are urging people attending the draft and going to Pittsburgh to use public transit with major road closures and traffic restrictions that will be in place throughout the three-day event.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Florida Citizens’ Alliance, a conservative advocacy group, has filed formal complaints in at least a dozen districts throughout the state, including all 16 challenges submitted to the Polk County School District.—
Dina Ciotola,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
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