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as in then
in addition to what has been said
the sci-fi movie was totally unbelievable and, what's more, it was boring
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as in better
to a greater or higher extent
the boxers for this bout are more evenly matched than the last two were
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as in further
resulting in an increase in amount or number
bought more apples in order to make a bigger pie
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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
add a little more to the mixture
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Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2026
Still, the imbalance in the economy — also known as K-shaped — means that’s more true for wealthier Americans than for low-income folks.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 Feb. 2026
Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
The country is a perfect destination to start practicing a more laissez-faire approach to travel, with a culture that’s receptive to others and characters who are happy to put you on the right path.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
The 1960s marked a significant pivot in cultural mores, from the adherence to convention both socially and stylistically at the dawn of the decade to the age of antiestablishment fervor and personal empowerment as the period progressed.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
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Adverb
But experts warn that these small and seemingly harmless devices could bring huge risks to our planet, if not more consciously designed.
—Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2026
Still, the imbalance in the economy — also known as K-shaped — means that’s more true for wealthier Americans than for low-income folks.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Eighty or more minutes later at the end of the Agnus Dei, when the great plea for peace reaches its ultimate transcendence, up becomes, in one of the most profoundly unsettling moments in all music, down again.
—Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
The country is a perfect destination to start practicing a more laissez-faire approach to travel, with a culture that’s receptive to others and characters who are happy to put you on the right path.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Noun
Christiansen argues that the shows didn’t keep up with changing social mores.
—Olivia B. Waxman, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
The 1960s marked a significant pivot in cultural mores, from the adherence to convention both socially and stylistically at the dawn of the decade to the age of antiestablishment fervor and personal empowerment as the period progressed.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
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Adverb
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Srinivasan, then 37, an Indian national and Fulbright Scholarship recipient, said she was targeted for exercising her right to free speech, and the experience forced her to leave the country out of fear of being taken into custody.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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With Nowtash and Garland back on the floor in the third quarter, the Stingrays tied the game at 32, then went on a 15-4 run to end the quarter.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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The Institute founded in his name partners with the National Football League, Gatorade, the National Athletic Trainers' Association and others to better understand and manage heat risks to athletes.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
9 Feb. 2023
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In addition, Most of the activities that hybrid employees carry out–such as focused individual tasks, asynchronous communication, and video meetings–are better done at home.—
Gleb Tsipursky,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2023
Adjective
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That marked one of the most significant engagements between the two groups since a fragile ceasefire went into effect in November 2024, and Israel has not ruled out further action.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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Officials have not yet released further operational details about the aircraft involved or the broader security situation.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Vector control districts in Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura counties have confirmed a significant increase in mosquito activity, which is highly unusual for this time of the year.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Both were part of RTD’s FasTracks project, approved by voters in 2004 on the understanding that revenues from a sales tax increase would fund eventual extension of the G Line to Golden and the B Line to Boulder and Longmont.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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And besides, a market that roared higher by 40% in less than seven months after the initial tariff shock last April is not one that should gain much fresh energy from incremental softening of tariff impacts at this point.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
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And besides, landscapes are overrated.—
Deena Prichep,
NPR,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Wagon tours are an additional $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 3-10; free for children under 3.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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Screeners aren’t meant to diagnose learning disabilities like dyslexia, but rather identify areas where kids could use additional support.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Competitors often cite the hills of west Little Rock as the highlight and most challenging part of the marathon due to the gain in elevation and the scenery that comes with it.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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Dorsey tied the cuts directly to efficiency gains from the company’s AI rollout, Fortune reported.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
28 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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So, the moving battery concept might never see the light of day either.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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Manufacturing isn’t stable anymore, either.—
Anna Triponel,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Feb. 2026
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