as in middle
occupying a position equally distant from the ends or extremes
her mid molar will have to be extracted and replaced by a bridge
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Recent Examples of mid
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Some varieties resemble a mid-sized bush by late August.
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Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
If all progresses according to schedule, Kershaw would rejoin the Dodgers in mid to late May.
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Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The city also ranks second among mid-sized cities for coworking density, providing young professionals with abundant opportunities to network, collaborate and work flexibly.
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Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Some varieties resemble a mid-sized bush by late August.
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Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Preposition
The rest of the month gives us some of the biggest events of the season: PPA’s Atlanta Grand Slam and the APP’s NYC Open follow in successive weekends in mid to late May.
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Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
If all progresses according to schedule, Kershaw would rejoin the Dodgers in mid to late May.
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Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mid
Adjective
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Former Philadelphia Phillies middle reliever Yunior Marte has signed with the in-state rival Pittsburgh Pirates.
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While on the road - Opt for the middle lanes and remain on higher ground.
Preposition
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Carabobo, in the central region of the country, also appeares to be among the states hardest hit.
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The beating left at least 30 bruises on Joanna’s torso and legs, and a belt pattern was present among the injuries, according to the assessment of a pathologist described in the affidavit.
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In response to warnings about high temperatures, the sporting body announced the implementation of three-minute hydration breaks at the halfway point of each half in all tournament matches.
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Southbound on the autobahn, just shy of the halfway point to Munich, a 45‑minute detour east leads to Weltenburger Klosterbrauerei, brewing since 1050.
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Pitchers aren’t chosen through the fan vote — hurlers and reserves have to wait for the player ballot (which includes votes from players, coaches and managers) and commissioners picks.
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Midway through the second half, tied with Germany, its World Cup hopes dwindling, Ecuador lined up for a corner kick.
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“Mid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mid. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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