or otherwise

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—used to refer to something that is different from something already mentioned

Intentionally or otherwise, they never told her about the party.

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Such groups have set procedures and succession plans for when their leaders are promoted, die, or otherwise leave their positions. —

Sarah E. Parkinson, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2024 Would a small child be able to manipulate controls, turn the machine on, skip tracks, or otherwise program the device without an adult’s help? —

Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 2 Nov. 2024 Character Name in Title Any film with a title that includes the first and/or last name of any character (human or otherwise) from the film. —

Joe Reid, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2024 In general, poking, picking, or otherwise messing with your skin can lead to more breakouts, scarring, and possibly an infection. —

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