as in via
using the means or agency of
the infection is spread to the rest of the body per the bloodstream
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as in each
for each one
you can have them at 50 cents per or three for $1.25
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Recent Examples of per
Kara Stevens, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
In May 2023, a 1,497-square-foot home on the 3700 block of Cefalu Drive in San Jose sold for $1,555,000, a price per square foot of $1,039.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
After being struck from behind, he was dragged to the ground and mauled him, with other lions joined in, per Khaosod English.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
Locomotion, balance, and manipulation are energy-intensive, so runtime remains limited, often a few hours of active work per charge.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
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Preposition
In 2025, a Rich Auntie can give up to $19,000 per person without triggering the need to file a gift tax return.
—Kara Stevens, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025
In May 2023, a 1,497-square-foot home on the 3700 block of Cefalu Drive in San Jose sold for $1,555,000, a price per square foot of $1,039.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025
After being struck from behind, he was dragged to the ground and mauled him, with other lions joined in, per Khaosod English.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
Locomotion, balance, and manipulation are energy-intensive, so runtime remains limited, often a few hours of active work per charge.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for per
Preposition
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Variety via Getty Images Rounding out the top winners was the HBO documentary Pee-wee as Himself, which earned three awards.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Jesus answers the questions in Portuguese, via a translator, but his English is strong enough to understand what is being asked and to hold a conversation.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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California would drop two seats and Illinois and New York would each lose one.—
Ronald J. Hansen,
AZCentral.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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The House and Senate each passed the BBB by razor thin margins with most votes on party lines.—
Martin Shenkman,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
Preposition
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It's taken some time for scientists to learn how to interpret the data by separating out natural sources of natural carbon dioxide emissions from those caused by human activity.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
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Find out by viewing our fan gallery from the game against James Madison College.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
6 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Mercenaries are defined as soldiers who are contracted by third parties unaffiliated with a nation’s armed forces and motivated primarily by private gain.—
Rebecca Johns,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Flip patties and cook 1 minute; carefully place 2 tablespoons of the cheese on each patty, cover with a transparent lid and cook until cheese is melted and patties are cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes more.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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His first and only target came mid-way through the second quarter – taking a hit in the ribs and exiting the game.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Mired in a terrible second-half slump, the center fielder went 2-for-3 with two sacrifice flies after not starting Tuesday and Wednesday and an off day Thursday.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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With Ella Toone or Park in the No 10 role, the former Bayern Munich player will add balance in a double pivot alongside Hinata Miyazawa allowing United more control in midfield.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Per.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/per. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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