ago 1 of 2

as in since
earlier than the present time he left here long ago

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ago

2 of 2

adjective

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ago
Adverb
  • It has since been revealed that many of the original stars will return, stepping back into their iconic roles in the glamorous-but-evolved high-fashion journalism industry years later.
    Jen Juneau, People.com, 23 July 2025
  • Over the decades, the retailer has offered some of watchmaking’s most prestigious names, and while certain brands such as Audemars Piguet have since shifted to their own boutique networks, RDV continues to evolve, focusing on partners that offer exceptional creativity and horological significance.
    Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Adjective
  • And that is part of our work today: reconciling past ambition with present-day opportunities.
    Mark Anthony Thomas, Baltimore Sun, 3 Aug. 2025
  • McDaniel said Jackson’s injury has nothing to do with past knee injuries.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Chekhov’s stories remind me of the futility of holding onto stories that hold rigidly onto a bygone past.
    Philip Metres July 30, Literary Hub, 30 July 2025
  • Albania offers the beauty of Europe, the hospitality of a bygone era, and a rare welcome mat for Americans who want to slow down, save money, and experience something authentic.
    Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
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“Ago.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ago. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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