as in minute
a very small space of time
I'll be ready in a second
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as in another
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as in to assist
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Recent Examples of second
Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Dec. 2024
There are nearly 200,000 frames in a two-hour movie shot at 24 frames per second.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Dec. 2024
Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
The Houston Rockets, on the other hand, are trending in the opposite direction, currently at 20-9 and second in the West.
—Rahat Huq, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
Viktor & Rolf’s spring 2005 catwalk display famously seconded as a venue to launch the fragrance Flowerbomb, for instance.
—Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Noun
To do this, put the container under a faucet, turn the faucet on so that a gentle stream of water comes out, and hold your plant under the faucet until the water runs out of the pot’s drainage holes for 15-30 seconds.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Dec. 2024
There are nearly 200,000 frames in a two-hour movie shot at 24 frames per second.
—Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Maples, a model, was the president-elect's second wife, following Ivana Trump, and preceding his current wife, incoming first lady Melania Trump.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
The Houston Rockets, on the other hand, are trending in the opposite direction, currently at 20-9 and second in the West.
—Rahat Huq, Forbes, 25 Dec. 2024
Verb
Morrison’s post was seconded by a number of cinematographers, although others pointed out that Hutchins’ former mentor and ASC president Stephen Lighthill was taking part in a panel session after the screening, and swung in behind the decision.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
Viktor & Rolf’s spring 2005 catwalk display famously seconded as a venue to launch the fragrance Flowerbomb, for instance.
—Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for second
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Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.Justin L. Mack, Indianapolis Star, 7 May 2020
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This desire to preserve tradition, however, is likely to be met with a growing desire to preserve an another value: openness.Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2020
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And there was a local reporter in Dallas who looked into this and found the 81-year-old has been living in a local memory care and assisted living facility for some time.CBS News, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2024
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Another big dollar fraud story was in the headlines this week when a 61-year-old New York tax preparer pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and steal government funds and aiding and assisting in preparing a false and fraudulent tax return.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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These are positive omens for a goal-shy side that has not managed to dispel fears of a fourth successive relegation battle.Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Even though successive presidential administrations have advocated for reform, change remains elusive.David Williams, Baltimore Sun, 15 Dec. 2024
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The Arkansas State Police is aiding in the investigation of a Saturday shooting in McCrory that left one man critically injured and another in police custody.Daniel McFadin, arkansasonline.com, 26 Dec. 2024
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In the past four years, Su has, inadvertently perhaps but through her own fecklessness aided hostile foreign actors, abused her federal authority to cover it up, and made innocent California employers pay for it.Will Swaim, National Review, 26 Dec. 2024
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On January 1, everyone takes a turn smashing it until there are thirteen pieces—one for each month of the year, and an extra for good luck.Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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Active Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Yield: 3 1/2 cups Lemon cream cheese frosting is a fuss-free way to add extra flavor and tang to a classic dessert topping.Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
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Montblanc adopts a meticulous approach to entering new markets, conducting in-depth analyses of local cultural backgrounds, consumer behaviors and aesthetic preferences, which enables the brand to effortlessly integrate its core essence with regional cultures.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Research shows that optimistic individuals are more likely to adopt healthy behaviors, manage stress effectively, get sick less often, heal more quickly from illness, and even enjoy stronger immune systems.Talia Milgrom-Elcott, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Through their involvement, NASCAR is reinforcing a sense of community identity and shared purpose, particularly important during the holiday season.Alex Harrington, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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United could also look to reinforce in midfield next year, although the key focus is helping the existing squad adapt to Amorim’s methods.Mark Critchley, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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The former and future president has still continued to back Kennedy as his choice to oversee agencies including the Food and Drug Administration.Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Theo Organic Pure Dark 70% Dark Chocolate: Lots of bitterness here, without any sweetness to back it up.Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Second.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/second. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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