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as in with
using the means or agency of
try to convince them by reason alone, if possible
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as in in
at, within, or to a short distance or time
the library is close by
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Recent Examples of by
Susan Mallie, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2025
Travel delays: Reimbursement for additional expenses caused by significant delays.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Ronnie Li, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
Dark SUVs splash by on a nearby avenue, heading for macchiatos or some other post-Colonial suburban pursuit.
—Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Apr. 2025
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Preposition
And when daughter Emily got married in 2016, Melody scandalized the wedding by inviting her lover for all to see.
Det.
—Susan Mallie, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2025
Travel delays: Reimbursement for additional expenses caused by significant delays.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Adverb
Nadja Jovanovic posted in her Winter Springs, Florida, Facebook group asking whether anyone would drive by in a sports car for her son Kosta’s 4th birthday.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
Dark SUVs splash by on a nearby avenue, heading for macchiatos or some other post-Colonial suburban pursuit.
—Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for by
Preposition
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But the incoming crop of players — via the recruiting class of 2025 and the transfer portal — looks as strong as ever.—
Jim Root,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Instant Holograms on Metal Film arrives May 23 via Stereolab’s label, Duophonic UHF Disks, and Warp Records.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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Latest news: King Charles III makes first statement since recent hospitalization In 2024, the Easter service was Charles' first appearance at a public event following the announcement that he had been diagnosed with an undisclosed form of cancer the previous month.—
Paul Sandle,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Cleveland led by as many as 16 points in the first half before entering halftime with a 62-54 advantage.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
21 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88 years old, is due to be laid to rest in the days ahead following a Saturday funeral service sure to draw leaders from around the world.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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This is all happening while people around the country experience unprecedented and unpredictable weather patterns — from alarming infernos in California to startling floods in North Carolina.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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The Context The use of subpoenas and warrants to discover who has spoken to reporters grew considerably under the administrations of former Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, as well as during President Donald Trump's first term.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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Trump has continued prolific fundraising during his second term, including $239 million for his inaugural committee through April 20, according to a Federal Election Commission filing April 20.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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On the final day, El Batey becomes a focal point, with live drumming and dancing that invite both locals and visitors to join in.—
Melissa Rose Cooper,
Essence,
18 Apr. 2025
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Now, potential employees are flown in for a one-day, in-person interview.—
Melissa Mahtani,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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During the challenge, five pairs worked as a team, moving through several stages of an obstacle course.—
Emily DeLetter,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Driving through deep water can also affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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Renee Moore worked near the building and relied on its daycare for her 6-month-old son Antonio Cooper Jr., who was among those killed.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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At a Friday hearing, U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson prevented the agency from cutting off the employees’ computer access as planned later in the day until the judge holds a hearing near the end of the month.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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The center says that apart from the San Francisco sighting, these crabs were also found in Baltimore in 2005 and throughout the Mid-Atlantic between 2005 and 2014.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The Walkover Though 14 separate races take place throughout the day, the main event is set apart by a tradition known as the Walkover.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2025
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“By.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/by. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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