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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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Paul Taylor, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
To be fair, goalies wore more modern-day uniforms in Gretzky's final seasons, and two years before Ovechkin entered the NHL, the length of goalie pads was limited to 38 inches.
—Jim Sergent, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2025
Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 4 Apr. 2025
As Maine continues to see more shark detections in its waters, studies like this will be crucial in ensuring that shark conservation efforts continue while also keeping human safety a priority.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
The plain, pensive framings are shot through with vectors of power both official and unofficial: pandemic regulations and the administrative tangles around real estate impose one kind of stricture; tradition and ingrained mores provide another.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 29 Jan. 2025
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Adverb
Forest would also become a more attractive proposition for potential signings and should be able to attract more lucrative sponsorship deals.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
To be fair, goalies wore more modern-day uniforms in Gretzky's final seasons, and two years before Ovechkin entered the NHL, the length of goalie pads was limited to 38 inches.
—Jim Sergent, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
The coastal labels can be effective partners for Nashville as well, allowing access to more resources, especially in the realms of streaming and international marketing.
—Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 4 Apr. 2025
As Maine continues to see more shark detections in its waters, studies like this will be crucial in ensuring that shark conservation efforts continue while also keeping human safety a priority.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Noun
With an almost ambivalence towards gender stereotypes, younger generations aren’t anchored to the stringent mores which may have affected their parents or grandparents.
—Brett F. Braley-Palko, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
The plain, pensive framings are shot through with vectors of power both official and unofficial: pandemic regulations and the administrative tangles around real estate impose one kind of stricture; tradition and ingrained mores provide another.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 29 Jan. 2025
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Adverb
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In those cases, then, AI wasn’t used to create a doc or song whole cloth, but as a tool to make something old new again.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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Talkback sold to Fremantle (then Pearson Television) and Fincham became CEO of Talkback Thames, which made comedies and the likes of The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent for ITV and long-running police drama The Bill.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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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Clarifying shampoo could cause further dryness, so avoid these formulas if that sounds like you, says Novobielski.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
2 Apr. 2025
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No further details were released about the investigation.—
Garfield Hylton,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Indeed, the complexities of contract negotiations extended far beyond the final proposals of 4% cost-of-living increases for teachers’ raises and thousands of additional staff members.—
Nell Salzman,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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While inflation has cooled considerably from its peak above 9% in June 2022, the Federal Reserve wants to drive the annual rate of price increases to 2%, a goal that remains elusive.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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To discuss how the game might play out, the state of play at both clubs and much more besides, The Athletic gathered United writer Carl Anka and City writer Sam Lee.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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And besides, sprays aren’t good for the environment.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This article has been updated with additional information and remarks.—
Lee Habeeb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Sciara estimated that an additional $2,000 in damage was done during the incident, court documents read.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Even with today's gain, the S&P 500 remains 11% below its February 19 peak of 6,147.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2025
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In a statement announcing one of these rollbacks, the EPA said that the U.S. has already made major gains in air quality, implying that these are enough.—
Zoë Schlanger,
The Atlantic,
9 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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His first outing of 2025 wasn’t necessarily easy for him either, with the Marlins taking four runs (two earned) off of him in a 4-2 loss Tuesday night at LoanDepot Park.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2025
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There were plenty of good moments in both, though the offensive execution wasn’t crisp in either.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
1 Apr. 2025
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