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as in wherever
at, in, or to what place
where will you be tonight?
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as in location
the area or space occupied by or intended for something
we've decided on the when, but we still haven't resolved the where for the party
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Recent Examples of where
WIRED, 3 Feb. 2023
Freeridge's premiere season ended with an epic cliffhanger that raised many questions about where the plot will go if it's picked up for another season.
—Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 3 Feb. 2023
Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press, 16 June 2019
The next step is to get a development agreement with the orchestra that will outline the where and what.
—Scott Wartman, Cincinnati.com, 20 June 2018
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Adverb
That scale came with an awe factor, which, in a competitive industry where passengers increasingly had a choice of airlines, was a significant selling point.
—WIRED, 3 Feb. 2023
Freeridge's premiere season ended with an epic cliffhanger that raised many questions about where the plot will go if it's picked up for another season.
—Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 3 Feb. 2023
Noun
Because one important lesson of life is the where and when of things.
—Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press, 16 June 2019
The next step is to get a development agreement with the orchestra that will outline the where and what.
—Scott Wartman, Cincinnati.com, 20 June 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for where
Adverb
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And make public announcements that refund checks and other assessor information would be available at City Hall (or wherever).—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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And a few years ago, when that rich conference ramped up its own difficulty by adding the richest schools from the Big 12 or Pac-12 or wherever, each conference member voted for that to happen.—
Jason Kirk,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Adverb
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Blade wrapped it all up with a look-how-far-you’ve-come kind of question that noted one of the more exotic places UB40 has played recently.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
26 May 2026
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The why and the how-much would remain unknown.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Since then, there have been sightings at various locations across the city, the wildlife group said – with police officers reportedly confirming a bear’s presence again on Monday night.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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The beachfront location features two heated pools, kayak rentals, paddleboarding, and delicious on-site dining for a perfect Florida getaway.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Next week, vote counts will take place Tuesday, June 16 and Thursday, June 18.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
9 June 2026
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One Japanese city is taking no chances after a series of bear sightings this week, closing nearly 100 schools as officials scour the town, and as attacks take place elsewhere in the country.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Cultural venues like the Aspen Institute, the Aspen Art Museum, the Wheeler Opera House, and the Paul JAS Center are less than a five-minute drive.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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There’s plenty of arts and culture, anchored by its regional performing arts venue, the Bankhead Theater, and the two movie theaters at either end of downtown.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Amenities and experiences The hotel’s boutique stature means that there aren’t many amenities on site.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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It was replaced in 1924, and a replica was constructed on the site in 1984.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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“Where.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/where. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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