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as in then
in addition to what has been said
I'll say nothing further at this time
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as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
I think further research is needed before we can say whether that treatment is safe or not
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as in to encourage
to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of further
Karla Pope, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
For statistical confirmation, look no further than a global survey that my company did of 2,000 CEOs.
—Sanjay Brahmawar, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023
Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Reuters — More than 500 people were arrested by police during the Champions League final celebrations in France, and two people were reported dead and 192 injured, the interior ministry said as further festivities were planned on Sunday.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 1 June 2025
John Hopewell, Variety, 30 May 2025
Your leadership should encourage the team to present innovative ideas, furthering the alignment toward common goals.
—Melinda Fouts, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Adverb
For those who want a remote getaway with breathtaking beauty, look no further than this archipelago province of the Philippines.
—Karla Pope, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
For statistical confirmation, look no further than a global survey that my company did of 2,000 CEOs.
—Sanjay Brahmawar, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023
Adjective
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Allegri has signed a two-year contract with an option to extend the agreement for a further 12 months.
—Adam Digby, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
Reuters — More than 500 people were arrested by police during the Champions League final celebrations in France, and two people were reported dead and 192 injured, the interior ministry said as further festivities were planned on Sunday.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 1 June 2025
Verb
The Cité du Court looks set to further this perception in a younger spectators.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 30 May 2025
Your leadership should encourage the team to present innovative ideas, furthering the alignment toward common goals.
—Melinda Fouts, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for further
Adverb
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However, if temperatures fall farther than expected the amounts could increase, forecasters added.—
Leigh Morgan,
al,
11 Feb. 2023
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Tier 2 Pricing, includes lots farther away from the stadium: Car or SUV: $100.—
Sydney Carruth,
The Arizona Republic,
9 Feb. 2023
Adverb
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When the cameras start rolling, players leap into an outdoor arena to hide their team’s flag, then scramble to reveal the enemy’s location by controlling radar towers and scouring the map’s multitude of hidden nooks and crannies.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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The products will then become available in stores and online later this year with specific distribution varying by city.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Her work is exceptionally feminine but the mythology and history referenced in her decorative motifs are often much more worldly than femininity is usually understood to imply.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Atlanta's 5,000-capacity event quickly reached its limit, with thousands more gathered outside barriers to hear speakers in front of the state Capitol.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 June 2025
Verb
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Musk, who spent almost $300 million on last year’s election, had also encouraged the primarying of lawmakers who voted for it.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
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Overall, the diet encourages people to eat whole foods that are low in salicylates.—
Patty Weasler,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
Adverb
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Medik8’s hero product is its Crystal Retinal serum, and the brand is also known for its proprietary CSA Philosophy, a system using vitamin C and sunscreen in the day, followed by vitamin A by night.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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Landscaped by Gustafson Porter + Bowman, the rare slice of green space in the heart of central London not only acts as a leafy oasis but can also be appreciated through the home’s grand windows.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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This led to fears the suspect may have had additional targets in mind.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
16 June 2025
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Saddam brutally repressed them using helicopter gunships as American forces next door in the Gulf stood by, only later establishing no-fly zones to protect these vulnerable populations from additional attacks.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
Verb
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Pollard was promoted to be executive vice president in 1980 and then president and chief operating officer in 1981 before he was named ServiceMaster’s CEO in 1983, succeeding Wessner.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2025
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Drink Plenty of Water Drinking water may promote weight loss, but more research is needed.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
6 June 2025
Adverb
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But nobody bought this one either — Wild Honey became their worst seller to date.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2025
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The mecha linkage wasn’t an arbitrary one either, as mecha anime veteran Ryosuke Takahashi handled the series’ composition.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Further vs. Farther
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“Further.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/further. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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