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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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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2025
Travelers seeking a more down-to-earth experience—that still captures the sensibility of this singular region in the Alps—will find the nearby village of Saanen a delightful alternative.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025
Dua Anjum, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
Cast: Nicole Kidman, Matthew Macfadyen, Jude Hill, Gael García Bernal (World Premiere)
Thank you to our Headliner and Major Film & TV Sponsor Epidemic Sound: Unlock more magic in your production with world-class music, Hollywood-grade sound effects, and next-generation soundtracking tools.
—Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Jan. 2025
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
The danger of over-indulgence was a literary device in countless Victorian novels, yet as English writers mastered the mystery genre in the 1920s and ’30s, food itself became a murder weapon, frequently wielded by those hoping to combat social mores.
—Jessica Carbone, Saveur, 24 Oct. 2024
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Adverb
The move is the first step in the broader multiyear effort to convert the state’s turnpike system to a cashless toll road that is both safer and more efficient.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2025
Travelers seeking a more down-to-earth experience—that still captures the sensibility of this singular region in the Alps—will find the nearby village of Saanen a delightful alternative.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
So Far ‘Cherry picking without looking at the full picture’
Although the department received 7.4 percent more money than the previous year, there were still cuts to some operations.
—Dua Anjum, Rolling Stone, 22 Jan. 2025
Cast: Nicole Kidman, Matthew Macfadyen, Jude Hill, Gael García Bernal (World Premiere)
Thank you to our Headliner and Major Film & TV Sponsor Epidemic Sound: Unlock more magic in your production with world-class music, Hollywood-grade sound effects, and next-generation soundtracking tools.
—Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Jan. 2025
Noun
Each performer made the dialogue ring true to contemporary mores.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
The danger of over-indulgence was a literary device in countless Victorian novels, yet as English writers mastered the mystery genre in the 1920s and ’30s, food itself became a murder weapon, frequently wielded by those hoping to combat social mores.
—Jessica Carbone, Saveur, 24 Oct. 2024
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Adverb
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The artists will play the music of Bread at 6 p.m., and then the music of Heart at 7 p.m. The combined group of Ash and Chloe and the Mondays starts at 8 p.m. Reds, Whites and Brews is at 629 Main St., Suite B. Tickets are on sale now.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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The information transmitted was then received by authorities, ABC’s Good Morning America reported.—
David Chiu,
People.com,
28 Jan. 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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An issue that begins in the foot may affect the way a person walks and stands, causing further injury up the kinetic chain, through compensatory mechanisms.—
Jesse Rhoades,
The Conversation,
20 Jan. 2025
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Popular on Variety Variety has reached out to Black Eyed Peas’ representatives for further comment.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Trevor Project, a suicide prevention organization for LGBTQ+ youth, reported a 33% increase in volume for its crisis line on Inauguration Day compared to the weeks leading up to Trump being sworn in as President.—
Solcyré Burga,
TIME,
27 Jan. 2025
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But when capital projects are factored in, the overall spending plan calls for a 21.7% increase.—
Baltimore Sun,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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And besides, the film with the most noms of its year often does not go on to win.—
Scott Feinberg,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Jan. 2025
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For all the battle scars, Morris can have a childlike excitement about being part of an Oscar campaign and the chance to give a gift to her son besides.—
Steven Zeitchik,
The Hollywood Reporter,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This story has been updated with additional information.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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In addition to the retractable USC-cable that’s just over 27 inches in length, the charger includes an additional USB-C port.—
Andrew Liszewski,
The Verge,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The company completed the sale of its Maryland properties, resulting in a net loss of $356,000 for fiscal 2024, compared to a gain of $68,771,000 in fiscal 2022.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
29 Jan. 2025
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Shares of Planet rose as much as 14% in trading Wednesday before giving up early gains to trade little changed from its previous close of $5.46 a share.—
Michael Sheetz,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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Fortunately, none of our deputies were injured either.—
Clifford Ward,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2025
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But keeping it going is no small expense, either: Even a single system can cost thousands to fix or replace.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
31 Jan. 2025
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