She's a talented singer and also a fine actress.
Thomas Edison is best known for inventing the lightbulb, but he also invented the phonograph.
I don't think we should go out. Not only is it late, but it's also snowing.
My neighbors were also at the show that night.
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Many environmental groups also promoted CFLs.—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 1 Jan. 2026 Bryant, Adkins return Wednesday also marked rookie receiver Pat Bryant’s first appearance in Broncos gear since a scary late-game hit in Week 16 against Jacksonville, resulting in Bryant being immobilized and sent to the hospital for a concussion.—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 1 Jan. 2026 Great voice, great lyrics, great music, but also the high-energy level.—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 1 Jan. 2026 At $80, this bag is a classic staple that also happens to be an opportune deal.—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for also
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English eallswā, from eall all + swā so — more at so
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of also was
before the 12th century
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