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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
Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Sep. 2025
The Broncos have won their last five at home, only one by less than a field goal.
—Jack Magruder, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Mimi Pond, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025
If both polls and discussions with my friends are anything to go by, Americans feel forever locked in a state of political conflict.
—Sarah Stein Lubrano, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
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Preposition
If the adopter is 60 or older, the fee is paid by a benefactor.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Sep. 2025
The Broncos have won their last five at home, only one by less than a field goal.
—Jack Magruder, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Adverb
Dozens of books, by and about them, have been published.
—Mimi Pond, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025
If both polls and discussions with my friends are anything to go by, Americans feel forever locked in a state of political conflict.
—Sarah Stein Lubrano, Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for by
Preposition
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Ryder Cup vice-captain Alex Noren won the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth via a playoff in Surrey on Sunday.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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His message was basically that Elon Musk had destroyed America via DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency).—
Brooke Crothers,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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The search was continuing late Friday night with assistance from the Washington County SWAT team and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.—
Kristi Miller,
Twin Cities,
20 Sep. 2025
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Kirk's death was met with bipartisan condemnation from public officials, as top lawmakers on both sides of the aisle raised alarm about the rising tide in acts of violence against public officials.—
Alexandra Hutzler,
ABC News,
20 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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The trends have contributed to a slump in consumer confidence, dragging on spending and threatening leaders’ official growth target for this year of around 5%.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
15 Sep. 2025
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Fans eagerly flipped through its pages, circling premiere dates and planning their weekly schedules around prime-time lineups.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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There is also an apocryphal tale of a state visit in which, during an open-top carriage procession, the queen apologized to her guest after one of her horses broke wind loudly.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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The Eco Wave Power logo is displayed on a floater raised out of the water during a demonstration of Eco Wave Power electricity generation technology using the power of ocean waves in the harbor at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, California, on August 26, 2025.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Cracker Barrel’s stock fell approximately 10% in after hours trading and was down more than 8% at time of publication.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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And does the wild card that his older brother Andrew is in the middle of a polarizing New York mayoral race factor in?—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green has led the Razorbacks to a 2-0 start with great play through the air and on the ground.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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Power is delivered through a 9-speed transmission and fully variable all-wheel drive system.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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As the Dodgers challenged the call, Melvin and assistant athletic trainer Ryo Watanabe met Smith near first base to assess Smith’s health.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
14 Sep. 2025
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Following the indictment, the FBI on Wednesday conducted a raid near Augusta, Georgia, arresting leaders after years of allegations that the church operated like a cult and preyed on military communities nationwide.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
Preposition
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Miz coached up Carmelo on commentary throughout this match.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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After breaking multiple voting records throughout Season 33, fan voting started strong with 21 million votes cast for the new cast, showing a rise of 163% over last season’s premiere episode, which saw 8 million votes.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2025
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