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as in with
as the result of
won the tournament through practice and hard work
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as in by
using the means or agency of
apparently got his money through theft and deception
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as in around
from beginning to end
read the letter through twice never once missed class the whole year through
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as in up
brought or having come to an end
a standing ovation for the cast when the play was through
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Recent Examples of through
Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2025
Kyiv’s grip is precarious, and the Russian advances across open land and through tiny villages leave Ukraine poorly placed for winter.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
Nice and calm, the entire way through.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 28 May 2024
But that’s the universal struggle and the only way is through.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Feb. 2024
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Preposition
If one scroll through your social media feed is any indication, the best milky toners are having a serious moment.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2025
Kyiv’s grip is precarious, and the Russian advances across open land and through tiny villages leave Ukraine poorly placed for winter.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
Adverb
Jen's husband, Zac, also opened up about the difficult week and shared his admiration for his wife's resolve to push through.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
Nice and calm, the entire way through.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
And though the album moves effortlessly through many sonic places, there's a through-line for the band.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 28 May 2024
But that’s the universal struggle and the only way is through.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for through
Preposition
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But Cunningham’s confidence from behind the arc throughout preseason has been his most intriguing development.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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The film was very much an authorized project, with director Joseph Kosinski and his crew filming at several races and F1’s (and its corporate sponsors’) branding visible throughout the film.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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Her memoir includes reflections on the campaign, insights about her relationship with Biden and his family, and perspectives on key moments during the election.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
15 Oct. 2025
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Carrie Ann Inaba felt the routine was disjointed and encouraged him to watch Rylee's line during rehearsal.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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Named after Scheffler’s longtime coach and mentor, the Randy Smith Junior Tour will host events across North Texas, targeting players aged 6 to 12.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, a founder scaling across Europe must incorporate separate entities in each country, untangle regulatory and employment codes in multiple languages and markets, and explain to engineers in Munich why their stock options are treated differently to their colleagues’ in Madrid.—
Jan Hammer,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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Having found compelling stories among the fans via social media, Castagna shot throughout the festival with two camera units.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
19 Oct. 2025
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The second-row seats then fold via the slide assist spring.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
19 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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As early as the 1620s, the Dutch and English settlers who established farming and fishing communities came into conflict with the remnants of Algonquian-speaking peoples.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Oct. 2025
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But even working with young elite athletes, Wolff believes everyone should take it a little easier on the generation.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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He has not been seen in public since March, but the investigation of his activities had not previously been disclosed by Chinese authorities.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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The Battle Of Long Island (or Battle of Brooklyn, as it was also known) was won by the British, enabling them to capture the island and New York City.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The move would raise total duties on imports from China to around 130% – effectively a trade embargo and just shy of the 145% peak reached at the height of the trade war this spring.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
13 Oct. 2025
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Throughout Lang’s brief career, there were hints of fancy dress—of the little girl who rootles around in a box of grownup costumes, trying out one look after the next.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The research report noted 80% of American households age 60 and over would not be able to withstand a financial shock, such as a divorce or health setback, making savings in cash or cash-like securities important, Davis said.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
18 Oct. 2025
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Forgive yourself for being irritable, resentful and sometimes wishing your caregiving responsibilities were over.—
Kat McGowan,
NPR,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/through. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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