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as in certainly
not merely this but also
the blue whale is a huge, even awesome animal by any measure
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as in quite
to a full extent or degree
I will love you even to the end of time
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as in exact
being neither more nor less than a certain amount, number, or extent
the distance to town is an even mile
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as in plane
having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities
let's find an even stretch of ground to pitch our tent
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as in identical
resembling another in every respect
the armies of the two countries are fairly even
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as in steady
not varying
energy demands do not stay even throughout the day but peak significantly during the afternoon hours
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as in to smooth
to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps
even the filling before adding the top layer of the cake
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as in to equate
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
the contention that producing more arms will even us with the enemy and therefore make us more secure
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Recent Examples of even
David Wade, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
Herbs are best for an earthier scent, such as rosemary, thyme, or even mint for freshness.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 15 Jan. 2026
Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
The Avs are an even strength juggernaut, which is Bednar’s area of expertise.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 28 Nov. 2025
Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025
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Adverb
But even biodegradable bags need the perfect conditions to break down.
—David Wade, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
Herbs are best for an earthier scent, such as rosemary, thyme, or even mint for freshness.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
If approved, City Commission terms, which are normally four years, would shift to a one-time five-year period from 2027 to 2032 before city elections align with even years.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 12 Jan. 2026
The Avs are an even strength juggernaut, which is Bednar’s area of expertise.
—Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Verb
Fleck and the Gophers evened things up with Fickell last year.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 28 Nov. 2025
Formulated with skin-nourishing ingredients like vitamin C, collagen, and sodium hyaluronate (a sister to hyaluronic acid), the serum reduces signs of aging and supports collagen production, evens your skin complexion, and defends against free radicals.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for even
Adverb
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Jessie Buckley is almost certainly going to win an Oscar come March.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
12 Jan. 2026
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Skinny Pedro must certainly have fallen victim to some kind of sorcery.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Everything was really incorrect for the period—shiny, sparkly, overdone—but the actual shapes and silhouettes of his clothes are quite accurate.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
10 Jan. 2026
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But the Panthers were also quite consistent in some ways.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Maybe Knausgaard appeals because his characters—including his most famous character, himself—overprocess the world in the exact way that writers themselves overprocess the world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Jan. 2026
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McCuistion said the university is still working through what some of those exact offerings will look like.—
Samuel O'Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Michael Levin, a researcher at Tufts University, has blocked cell channels to manipulate the membrane potentials of developing worm embryos, causing genetically identical worms to develop different body plans.—
Elise Cutts,
Quanta Magazine,
12 Jan. 2026
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Then another in the same increment in October and a third one by an identical amount in December.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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There is no shouting, no obvious cruelty; just a steady erosion of trust.—
Rabbi Bruce D. Forman,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2026
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The company is in steady expansion mode retail-wise, too, opening about 10 doors per year.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
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As a result, this is not a last-minute, turn-up-and-go destination, but experienced tour operators can help smooth the path.—
Holden Frith,
TheWeek,
9 Jan. 2026
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Check out more skin-smoothing K-beauty favorites below.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
8 Jan. 2026
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The executive who grew up on the streets of Detroit watching his dad drag race equated the current situation to that of a station wagon and enthusiasts.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
8 Jan. 2026
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Without institutional support, parents are left with a narrative of drudgery—one that equates children with the loss of time, money, and opportunity.—
Lauren Hilgers,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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The defensiveness disguises the admission that With Heaven on Top does indeed boast a robust production, one teeming with horns and backing vocals, all set to a big beat designed to echo throughout the stadiums Bryan now headlines.—
Stephen Thomas Erlewine,
Pitchfork,
13 Jan. 2026
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Photos which have survived from the time indeed show Argentine players exuding a Latin glamour.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
13 Jan. 2026
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