as in via
using the means or agency of
the infection is spread to the rest of the body per the bloodstream
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as in each
for each one
you can have them at 50 cents per or three for $1.25
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Recent Examples of per
ArsTechnica, 15 June 2025
This past season, nearly a quarter of fans who bet during the game wagered on who would win, with the average bet nearly $26; 15% of in-game bets were on the handicap, also at nearly a $26 per bet average, and 12% on the total score, with an average bet close to $36.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 15 June 2025
Jack Marrion, Houston Chronicle, 1 July 2019
That’s helped bring per-pound retail prices for beef patties down 16% from their September 2015 high of $5.12 to about $4.31 in June, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture data.
—Jacob Bunge, WSJ, 30 June 2018
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Preposition
The overall fee per launch or entry would be capped at $30,000 in 2026, increasing to $200,000 in 2033, and then adjusted to keep pace with inflation.
—ArsTechnica, 15 June 2025
This past season, nearly a quarter of fans who bet during the game wagered on who would win, with the average bet nearly $26; 15% of in-game bets were on the handicap, also at nearly a $26 per bet average, and 12% on the total score, with an average bet close to $36.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 15 June 2025
Adverb
Senior libero/setter Cassidy Donalson represented Spring Woods on the watch list after averaging a team-high 4.3 digs per set as a junior.
—Jack Marrion, Houston Chronicle, 1 July 2019
That’s helped bring per-pound retail prices for beef patties down 16% from their September 2015 high of $5.12 to about $4.31 in June, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture data.
—Jacob Bunge, WSJ, 30 June 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for per
Preposition
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The hate mail is, however, louder in the U.S., where OUTtv expanded via streaming deals.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
16 June 2025
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The Bear and Ironheart will premiere on the same dates as their streaming debuts via a set of Special Screenings.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
16 June 2025
Adverb
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As of Wednesday’s close, the Dow and Nasdaq were each less than 1% off their all-time highs.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2025
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The longtime friends are each dry witted, yet oddly warm in the face of painful events.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
3 Feb. 2025
Preposition
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Washington Fire has been burning on federal land managed by the United States Forest Service.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2025
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If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2025
Preposition
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2025
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Thank you so much for sharing the most incredibly personal experience with us.—
Stephanie Guerilus,
People.com,
8 June 2025
Preposition
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Share expertise through strategic content that addresses their specific pain points.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Glomming diverse operations together smooths out profits through business cycles.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
10 June 2025
Preposition
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First discovered: 4:37 p.m. June 15 Initial location: Monterey County, Calif. Fire type: Wildfire Fire name: Fremont A new wildfire was reported today at 4:37 p.m. in Monterey County.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2025
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Past Incidents in the last 12 hours: Broken down vehicle on eastbound I-70 in Kansas City There is a broken down vehicle on I-70 between Blue Ridge Cut Off/Exit 9 and Sterling Avenue/Exit 10.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2025
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“Per.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/per. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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