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as in then
in addition to what has been said
I'll say nothing further at this time
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as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
I think further research is needed before we can say whether that treatment is safe or not
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as in to encourage
to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of further
Karla Pope, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
For statistical confirmation, look no further than a global survey that my company did of 2,000 CEOs.
—Sanjay Brahmawar, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023
Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 13 Jan. 2026
The team recommends further studies to determine the risk factor as Hubble nears its reentry date.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Those compounds, designed from 1997 to 2012, originally were aimed to inhibit Trypanosoma cruzi, the parasite that causes Chagas disease, which can further the risk of heart failure, organ damage or death.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
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Adverb
For those who want a remote getaway with breathtaking beauty, look no further than this archipelago province of the Philippines.
—Karla Pope, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
For statistical confirmation, look no further than a global survey that my company did of 2,000 CEOs.
—Sanjay Brahmawar, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023
Adjective
Four other patients were treated at the scene, but declined further medical attention.
—Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 13 Jan. 2026
The team recommends further studies to determine the risk factor as Hubble nears its reentry date.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
Verb
Groce’s arrival could have furthered reduce Mizell’s role.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
Those compounds, designed from 1997 to 2012, originally were aimed to inhibit Trypanosoma cruzi, the parasite that causes Chagas disease, which can further the risk of heart failure, organ damage or death.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for further
Adverb
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However, if temperatures fall farther than expected the amounts could increase, forecasters added.—
Leigh Morgan,
al,
11 Feb. 2023
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Tier 2 Pricing, includes lots farther away from the stadium: Car or SUV: $100.—
Sydney Carruth,
The Arizona Republic,
9 Feb. 2023
Adverb
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Those fixers would then bet against the players' teams in those games, defrauding sportsbooks and other bettors, authorities said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Jan. 2026
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After her husband took her pets out of the room, Bloor then faced the even more delicate task of safely removing herself from the bed without alarming the snake.—
Phil Boucher,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Eating more high-fat cheese was also linked to a 29% lower risk of vascular dementia, a common type of cognitive decline caused by reduced or blocked blood flow to the brain.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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Friends of the Everglades is pushing for 160 square miles of additional conservation land in the Everglades Agricultural Area, to create space for 1 million more acre-feet of water storage.—
Amy Green,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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The teeth also captured climate shifts such as the Late Antique Little Ice Age and the Medieval Climate Anomaly, which might have encouraged some increase in migration into England.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Jan. 2026
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Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The Panthers also shouldn’t just rest on their wideout depth chart.—
Mike Kaye
Updated January 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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Men are also more likely, after divorce, to isolate themselves from friends and family, avoid the grieving process or enter a new relationship right away.—
Oona Metz,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Finally, House Bill 1012 would require additional price transparency, particularly on goods ordered via online services.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
15 Jan. 2026
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This story has been updated with additional information.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Still, the district put full faith in its current coaches, promoting from within.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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The series is part of the theater's efforts to promote accessible, affordable arts programs for the Aurora community.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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While not every developer provides the exact number of acres of prime farmland that its project will cover, the 11 solar farms that are either approved or proposed in Carroll would cover at least 96 acres of prime farmland altogether.—
Lily Carey,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Jan. 2026
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The actress isn’t the only star who loves Gianvito Rossi, either.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Further vs. Farther
They started as same word, but their meanings have drifted apart over time.
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“Further.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/further. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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