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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
Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2025
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Witnesses with further information about the incident are asked to contact the sheriff’s office at 956-383-8114.
—Sam Gillette, People.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and executive vice president Stephen Jones did not express much concern coming off the practice field about his availability for Saturday’s preseason opener against the Rams, and Schottenheimer furthered that belief Wednesday.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Aug. 2025
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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
The hope is that the solar park project will, in time, include panels in the stadium’s car park to produce further renewable energy.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2025
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Witnesses with further information about the incident are asked to contact the sheriff’s office at 956-383-8114.
—Sam Gillette, People.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Verb
The Formula One Group is thanking the Brad Pitt F1 movie for a revenue bump this quarter, as well as furthering the cultural impact of the motorsport.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2025
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and executive vice president Stephen Jones did not express much concern coming off the practice field about his availability for Saturday’s preseason opener against the Rams, and Schottenheimer furthered that belief Wednesday.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Aug. 2025
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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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The aircraft will then be recovered to a secure facility for further evaluation.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The film’s 4K restoration will then roll out to theaters throughout October, and a 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of the original movie soundtrack will be reissued on 180g red-in-gold vinyl on October 10.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This, incidentally, could lead to more persistent inflation if demand for higher wages (to keep up with the higher costs) drives up the cost of labor.—
Raul Elizalde,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The singer went on to release eight more albums during a career, jumping from reggae, to traditional Irish songs and fairly straight-ahead pop.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Those ordinary demands may encourage AI use even more.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
17 Aug. 2025
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Are there opportunities for workshops for parents? Innovation Balance: Do policies encourage responsible experimentation or only focus on restrictions?—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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The study also found that swapping potatoes for whole grains lowered diabetes risk even more.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
8 Aug. 2025
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Superstore also starred America Ferrera, Ben Feldman, Lauren Ash, Nico Santos, Mark McKinney, and Nichole Sakura and is streaming in its entirety on Peacock.—
Lauren Huff Published,
EW.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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May get download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in select areas with additional equipment.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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After opening the Everglades facility last month, DeSantis justified building the second detention center by saying President Donald Trump’s administration needs the additional capacity to hold and deport more immigrants.—
Kate Payne,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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On a societal level, bigger cars take up more public space, leaving less room for the livable, likeable city and promote urban sprawl.—
Mattias Goldmann,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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In addition to Wicked: For Good, which premieres on Nov. 21, the Oscar winner is also busy promoting Ne Zha II.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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His resurgence hasn’t been limited to white-ball cricket, either.—
Sukhman Singh,
New York Times,
9 Aug. 2025
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The label also suggested that the U.S. response to his resistance did not have to abide by legitimate methods of international law, either.—
Time,
Time,
8 Aug. 2025
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Further vs. Farther
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“Further.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/further. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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