as in earlier
so as to precede something in order of time
when we got back to the house, the movers had already left
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Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Braun is already crafting his transition team, which will be chaired by Victor Smith, a partner at Bose McKinney and Evans LLP and a the Secretary of Commerce under former Gov. Mike Pence.
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Moreover, the net ban is protected by the constitution already, similar to private property rights.
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Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Braun is already crafting his transition team, which will be chaired by Victor Smith, a partner at Bose McKinney and Evans LLP and a the Secretary of Commerce under former Gov. Mike Pence.
—Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 6 Nov. 2024
Moreover, the net ban is protected by the constitution already, similar to private property rights.
—Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
Jason has already made a name for himself with his colorful on-air commentary.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 27 Oct. 2024
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“Already.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/already. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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