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Definition of sincenext
as in ago
earlier than the present time an ancient marking whose meaning is long since forgotten

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since

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conjunction

as in because
for the reason that since you are already here, we might as well get the meeting started

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Preposition
Moreover, since this effort has taken place to reduce or eliminate thimerosal in vaccines, the autism rate hasn't gone down, the CDC says. Anna Borges, SELF, 26 Aug. 2019 Social media is a crucial part of digital marketing, and there's a lot to cover, since the course includes tools and skills specific to individual social media platforms. Noelle Ike, CNN Underscored, 26 Aug. 2019
Adverb
The designation, originally for 18 months, had been repeatedly extended since. Cameron Pugh, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Aug. 2026 Originally built to showcase the Celanese Corporation’s synthetic textiles, the four-bedroom, four-bath abode has since been renovated and expanded with a new kitchen and primary suite. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for since
Recent Examples of Synonyms for since
Preposition
  • The organization, which is responsible for cleaning up the messes after superhero battles, has something that Jean wants locked inside a vault.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 July 2026
  • The announcement comes just days after rival OpenAI first revealed that its models improperly accessed the internet and went rogue during security testing.
    CBS News, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Adverb
  • Just over a year ago, Bryan Kohberger, who was accused of killing four University of Idaho students, made a stunning courtroom admission.
    Emily Smith, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
  • Espaillat, who grew up in the Dominican Republic, set out to introduce Charlotte diners to Latin Street food such as empanadas, arepas and pupusas — dishes that were largely unfamiliar here more than a decade ago.
    Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026
Preposition
  • Campbell appeared emotional following Wednesday’s hearing.
    Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
  • New York City's LaGuardia Airport reopened Monday following Sunday night's runway crash.
    Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026

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