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as in then
in addition to what has been said
the sci-fi movie was totally unbelievable and, what's more, it was boring
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as in better
to a greater or higher extent
the boxers for this bout are more evenly matched than the last two were
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as in further
resulting in an increase in amount or number
bought more apples in order to make a bigger pie
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as in increase
something added (as by growth)
add a little more to the mixture
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Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
They could technically be set at a simple majority vote, but the more likely scenario is that Democrats will be able to force a 60-vote threshold for each amendment.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 17 Mar. 2026
William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 18 Mar. 2026
This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026
Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
A far cry from Salò, or films dominated by prurience, this movie, and these three lovers, are having a torrid affair with art, politics, and society’s mores—their own little revolution amidst a real one.
—John Ortved, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2025
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Adverb
While the local strike could affect beef prices soon, there are several factors across the board that could lead to more widespread impacts on beef prices in stores.
—Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
They could technically be set at a simple majority vote, but the more likely scenario is that Democrats will be able to force a 60-vote threshold for each amendment.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Lawmakers said Next Generation 911 needs more oversight At least one lawmaker present on Tuesday thinks that the state should not move forward with the statewide design.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 18 Mar. 2026
This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.
—Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2026
Noun
Yet Trump, as in so many other cases, has not introduced the corruption of republican mores so much as taken them to new depths.
—Eliot A. Cohen, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
A far cry from Salò, or films dominated by prurience, this movie, and these three lovers, are having a torrid affair with art, politics, and society’s mores—their own little revolution amidst a real one.
—John Ortved, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2025
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Adverb
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Petzold had arrived arrogant and entitled; confronted by the technical ability and imagination of his peers, he was humbled, then stultified.—
Holden Seidlitz,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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The flavor then broadens through creamy mozzarella and peppery rocket to sweet pesto.—
Dominic Green,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The Institute founded in his name partners with the National Football League, Gatorade, the National Athletic Trainers' Association and others to better understand and manage heat risks to athletes.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
9 Feb. 2023
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In addition, Most of the activities that hybrid employees carry out–such as focused individual tasks, asynchronous communication, and video meetings–are better done at home.—
Gleb Tsipursky,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2023
Adjective
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Uberstine issued a two-out walk to Carl Yastrzemski’s grandson, Mike, but escaped further damage in the sixth by striking out 2023 Red Sox first baseman Dom Smith.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
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It is now hoped that this latest tragedy may force the issue to prevent further similar losses in the future.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This is an increase from the 31 arrests made during the same period last year.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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That represents an increase of nearly 2,000 spectators per outing, which equates to a 7% rise compared with the same point in 2024-25.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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And, besides, he could be seen bear-hugging his players, as well as those of Newcastle, within moments of being led away from Barrott, twice turning back to shout and angrily gesticulate in the referee’s direction.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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And besides, a market that roared higher by 40% in less than seven months after the initial tariff shock last April is not one that should gain much fresh energy from incremental softening of tariff impacts at this point.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Those in need of medical care should call their doctor, urgent care or emergency department before arriving to help limit additional exposures.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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This designation introduces an additional layer of operational pressure to what is already an unusually strained deployment.—
Munis Raza,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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And yet, despite that, there had been the weight gain, just enough for the zipper on the Balenciaga to become her sworn enemy.—
Han Ong,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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And while college enrollment and completion rates have improved districtwide, Black students haven’t seen the same gains.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Beyond the fact the Mavericks have been in a nosedive with 20 losses in 24 games, the schedule-maker hasn’t been terribly kind to Dallas, either.—
Nate Sanchez,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Peppa Pig doesn’t shy away from the challenges of making—and sometimes leaving—friends either.—
Hannah Silverman,
Parents,
16 Mar. 2026
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