as in besides
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as in involving
to have as part of a whole
the college application included some thought-provoking essay questions
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as in housing
to close or shut in by or as if by barriers
that inextinguishable spark of liberty that is included within every human being
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Recent Examples of including
Deepa Seetharaman, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The sequel expanded into non-traditional territories for Bollywood including Uruguay, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania, Chile, Mexico and Cyprus.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
The Exchange NuLu joins other Hotel Genevieve including Bar Genevieve, Mini Marché, and Jimmy Can't Dance.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Feb. 2026
With live entertainment including music from Community Music Center’s mariachi ensemble, food and drinks, a vendor marketplace, family-friendly activities, couples games, low riders display and more.
—Anne Schrager, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Feb. 2026
The record would go on to win three Grammys including Best Country Album and Album of the Year.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 16 Dec. 2025
Skeptics including Lange, the Colorado School of Mines economist, aren’t totally dismissive of nuclear’s promise.
—Brandon Loomis, AZCentral.com, 12 Nov. 2025
Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
For example, in a March 5 warning letter, the FDA accused drugmaker Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, of failing to report some adverse events to the federal government, including suicidal ideation and death.
—Maia Rosenfeld, NBC news, 29 May 2026
Shirilla was found guilty of 12 charges, including murder, and sentenced to two concurrent 15-years-to-life terms in 2023.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 29 May 2026
The modernization of the space allows support for more than 500 soldiers, including spaces for male and female guard members, as well as enhancements for the changing needs of the guard’s different units.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
Glossip has received public support both nationally and internationally, including from celebrities like Kim Kardashian.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Heartland recruit Sammy Atkinson went 3-for-4 with three runs and two triples, including a leadoff triple that sparked a three-run seventh as the Celtics (16-14) came back from a 5-3 deficit.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2026
Howden joined seven other players, including Wayne Gretzky, atop the list.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The women are blithely dismissive of their tedious work, but their relationships fray under new stresses—including intrusive surveillance.
—Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 15 May 2026
Preposition
Heavy hitters expected to testify Heavy hitters in Silicon Valley including Musk, Altman and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella are expected to testify in person.
—Deepa Seetharaman, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The sequel expanded into non-traditional territories for Bollywood including Uruguay, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania, Chile, Mexico and Cyprus.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
The Exchange NuLu joins other Hotel Genevieve including Bar Genevieve, Mini Marché, and Jimmy Can't Dance.
—Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Feb. 2026
With live entertainment including music from Community Music Center’s mariachi ensemble, food and drinks, a vendor marketplace, family-friendly activities, couples games, low riders display and more.
—Anne Schrager, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Feb. 2026
The record would go on to win three Grammys including Best Country Album and Album of the Year.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 16 Dec. 2025
Skeptics including Lange, the Colorado School of Mines economist, aren’t totally dismissive of nuclear’s promise.
—Brandon Loomis, AZCentral.com, 12 Nov. 2025
Verb
Keep reading to see more of my go-to summer travel fashion staples at Amazon, including this timeless V-neck shirt that’s quietly on sale for $8.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
For example, in a March 5 warning letter, the FDA accused drugmaker Novo Nordisk, the maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, of failing to report some adverse events to the federal government, including suicidal ideation and death.
—Maia Rosenfeld, NBC news, 29 May 2026
Shirilla was found guilty of 12 charges, including murder, and sentenced to two concurrent 15-years-to-life terms in 2023.
—Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 29 May 2026
The modernization of the space allows support for more than 500 soldiers, including spaces for male and female guard members, as well as enhancements for the changing needs of the guard’s different units.
—Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026
Glossip has received public support both nationally and internationally, including from celebrities like Kim Kardashian.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Heartland recruit Sammy Atkinson went 3-for-4 with three runs and two triples, including a leadoff triple that sparked a three-run seventh as the Celtics (16-14) came back from a 5-3 deficit.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2026
Howden joined seven other players, including Wayne Gretzky, atop the list.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The women are blithely dismissive of their tedious work, but their relationships fray under new stresses—including intrusive surveillance.
—Sheldon Pearce, New Yorker, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for including
Preposition
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati.com,
2 June 2020
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The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.—
Niharika Sharma,
Quartz India,
31 May 2020
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Scene of a crash involving a domestic violence suspect that led to a power outage in Napa, May 27, 2026.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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Days later, Pope Leo called for AI regulation and numerous other actions, including worker retraining, protections for children, and discouraged the use of AI for decisions involving weapons.—
John Kell,
Fortune,
27 May 2026
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Neighbor Ed McCormick cited eight buildings housing up to 15 businesses having been approved for a separate nearby project.—
Joe Marusak
May 20,
Charlotte Observer,
20 May 2026
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The massive data centers, warehouse-like buildings housing the computer servers and other infrastructure used to power AI, are at the center of steadily growing complaints from communities about energy bills, noise and environmental impacts.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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The 1,200-square-foot building sits beside a private pond at the edge of a forest in Pond Eddy, a hamlet in Sullivan County.—
Stephanie Sporn,
Vogue,
27 May 2026
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The president also wants to repaint the Eisenhower Executive Office Building beside the White House and build a 250-foot arch at the nearby Lincoln Memorial — the same monument where weigh-ins for the upcoming UFC fight are scheduled to take place, bout organizers say.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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To give your skin an extra hydration boost, layer on a gentle serum containing Vitamin C and hyaluronic acid first.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
28 May 2026
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The firefighting foam containing PFAS was effective against fuel fires.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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While questions continue to swirl regarding the possibility of biological lifeforms being in the possession of the federal government, Heckenlively is offering a stark warning surrounding the reality of aliens and humans coming into contact with each other.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2026
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It has been embraced and celebrated in Colorado and surrounding states for decades, not only to get a bird’s-eye view of the earth below, but also as a visual spectacle from the ground up.—
Shauna Farnell,
Denver Post,
25 May 2026
Preposition
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Overview Few cars are capable of serving the gods of both comfort and sportiness as well as the 2023 BMW 3-series sedan.—
Eric Stafford,
Car and Driver,
22 Mar. 2023
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But shearwaters, as well as petrels and albatrosses, are part of a class known as tube-nosed seabirds, with tubular nostrils and an excellent senses of smell.—
Matthew Savoca,
The Conversation,
21 Mar. 2023
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Fredericks is on the city’s June 16 primary ballot, running unopposed to become chair of the local Republican Party in Ward 2, an area encompassing deep-blue neighborhoods like Georgetown, Dupont Circle and Logan Circle.—
Paul Schwartzman,
Washington Post,
28 May 2026
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Modern advice culture, encompassing self-help and productivity, traps ambitious individuals in an endless cycle of seeking external validation, leading to overconsumption and diminished self-conviction.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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