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
Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 June 2026
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
Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2026
Many of those individuals were accused of violent crimes, including homicide, assault, burglary and drug offenses, according to the agency.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
The stylistic eccentricities have been dialed back, including the use of old Hollywood film clips to reflect the action and possibly the thoughts of its main character, a cinephile from space, who is both practicing and enacting the work of a private detective.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
The country musician has two children from previous relationships, including 18-year-old Bailee Ann and 9-year-old Noah Buddy.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Keith hailed from Tennessee and worked with music’s biggest stars, including Beyoncé and Drake.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 19 June 2026
Several grass fires also sparked near Sacramento during the red flag conditions Wednesday, including four grass fires in northeast Woodland and a 2-acre grass fire that damaged four outbuildings in Sacramento’s Vineyard neighborhood.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Nearly a year ago, Estrella was found wandering alone on the streets of Denver without access to necessities, including fresh water.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Each member of the Television Academy — nearly 24,000 industry professionals divided among 31 peer groups, including directors, producers and artisans — votes within their professional field, but all eligible voters may cast ballots in the 14 top program races.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 June 2026
Preposition
The producer, in addition to Olivia Wilde’s The Invite, has had a string of movies premiere at Sundance including Twinless, directed by and starring James Sweeney alongside Dylan O’Brien, which was acquired by Roadside Attractions after its 2025 premiere.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 17 June 2026
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
This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 19 June 2026
Many of those individuals were accused of violent crimes, including homicide, assault, burglary and drug offenses, according to the agency.
—Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
The stylistic eccentricities have been dialed back, including the use of old Hollywood film clips to reflect the action and possibly the thoughts of its main character, a cinephile from space, who is both practicing and enacting the work of a private detective.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
The country musician has two children from previous relationships, including 18-year-old Bailee Ann and 9-year-old Noah Buddy.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Keith hailed from Tennessee and worked with music’s biggest stars, including Beyoncé and Drake.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 19 June 2026
Several grass fires also sparked near Sacramento during the red flag conditions Wednesday, including four grass fires in northeast Woodland and a 2-acre grass fire that damaged four outbuildings in Sacramento’s Vineyard neighborhood.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Nearly a year ago, Estrella was found wandering alone on the streets of Denver without access to necessities, including fresh water.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Each member of the Television Academy — nearly 24,000 industry professionals divided among 31 peer groups, including directors, producers and artisans — votes within their professional field, but all eligible voters may cast ballots in the 14 top program races.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for including
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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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Parker, who serves as the chief of staff at Cook Children’s Hospital, has filed a conflict of interest form disclosing her employment and regularly recuses herself from votes involving city business with the hospital network.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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The stereotypes of casting Latinos as criminals on screen persisted, with one in four immigrant characters cast in roles involving drug dealing, smuggling, and human trafficking.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
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The finished basement packs a remarkable amount of functionality into a single level, housing everything from a laundry area and gym to a sauna, wet bar, and wine cave.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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Instead of scrambling for shelter, Tran’s family will play host, housing an aunt and uncle who live across the street from the GKN plant.—
Andre Mouchard,
Oc Register,
2 June 2026
Preposition
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The corporate drama playing out in London boardrooms and San Francisco investment offices is, to the creators who actually built OnlyFans into a $3 billion business, largely beside the point.—
Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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I'mPhaedra Trethan, watching a video about the smartest dog breeds while sitting beside my pit bull-boxer mix, whose eyes show no thoughts of anything but treats, sleep and love.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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Now Yan and his colleagues have developed an acoustic synapse containing multiple phi-bits.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
18 June 2026
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Evidence Of Ancient Solstice Ceremonies The excavations at Bulford revealed 48 pits containing pottery, animal bone, worked flints and charcoal.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
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However, Suzanne Taheri, an attorney representing Greeley Demands Better, said the Telluride case differs from the circumstances surrounding Cascadia.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Police said the investigation remains active, and officers are continuing to gather information regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.—
Alexandra Koch , Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 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
Verb
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Crunchyroll increasingly views the business through a wider ecosystem encompassing theatrical releases, merchandise, gaming, live events and online communities.—
Lin Ying-Hsuan,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Over one eight-game stretch—encompassing the final first-round game against Atlanta, the four-game sweep of Philadelphia, and the first three conference finals wins over Cleveland, Bridges shot 69% from the field.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
14 June 2026
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“Including.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/including. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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