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as in wherever
at, in, or to what place
where will you be tonight?
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as in location
the area or space occupied by or intended for something
we've decided on the when, but we still haven't resolved the where for the party
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Recent Examples of where
Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 3 Feb. 2023
Each new year is a fresh opportunity to collectively redouble our efforts to make North Texas a place where every single neighbor has the access and opportunity to thrive.
—Dallas News, 2 Feb. 2023
Scott Wartman, Cincinnati.com, 20 June 2018
Being ankle deep in mud, on a narrow trail traversing a precipitous hillside that was sloping down who-knew-how-far-or-where, and then trying to collect a specimen hidden just out of reach behind a tangle of greenery, would fray anyone’s nerves.
—The Economist, 17 May 2018
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Adverb
Freeridge's premiere season ended with an epic cliffhanger that raised many questions about where the plot will go if it's picked up for another season.
—Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 3 Feb. 2023
Each new year is a fresh opportunity to collectively redouble our efforts to make North Texas a place where every single neighbor has the access and opportunity to thrive.
—Dallas News, 2 Feb. 2023
Noun
The next step is to get a development agreement with the orchestra that will outline the where and what.
—Scott Wartman, Cincinnati.com, 20 June 2018
Being ankle deep in mud, on a narrow trail traversing a precipitous hillside that was sloping down who-knew-how-far-or-where, and then trying to collect a specimen hidden just out of reach behind a tangle of greenery, would fray anyone’s nerves.
—The Economist, 17 May 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for where
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This may lack the excitement of the O.J. trial, may his soul rest wherever, but the stakes should be considered high despite the current doldrums.Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
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So Judy Garland and Kay Thompson went out to this tent in Connecticut, or wherever, and burst into tears watching her perform but didn’t have a hankie.Juan A. Ramírez, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2024
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The Strap Tank was given the moniker because of how the bike's fuel and oil tank are attached to the cross-bar of the frame via nickel straps.Beck Andrew Salgado, USA TODAY, 11 Feb. 2023
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In a talk with ITV's Tom Bradby, Prince Harry recalled how Prince William, 40, and Kate reacted to his relationship with Meghan, 41 — an American actress who was divorced and biracial.Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 10 Feb. 2023
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For example, California requires recyclers to document each catalytic converter sale, including dates, locations, and even photos or videos of the seller.Josh Max, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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This invite usually has minimal details including the date and location of your event.Shelby Wax, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
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Van Gisbergen holds profound admiration and pride for his fellow countryman, Liam Lawson, who took Daniel Ricciardo's place at VCARB and is aiming for a seat with Red Bull in 2025.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Francona was known to ride a scooter from his place in Cleveland to the stadium and has put out feelers to get a new scooter in Cincinnati.C. Trent Rosecrans, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024
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The design legend was on his way to watch The Rockettes Christmas Spectacular recently at Radio City Music Hall in New York when an ambulance was called following his fall on 6th Avenue, close to the venue.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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Other records Swift broke on the Eras Tour included attendance at venues like Wembley Stadium, spawning the highest-grossing concert film of all time and the record for the most mobile data used during a standalone concert.Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Applicants must also complete the application form on the musical's site.Dave Quinn, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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The findings were published in a two-part report detailing how many children had attended Indian boarding schools, how many had died, the number and location of burial sites, how much federal funding the schools had received, and suggestions for moving forward.Miyo McGinn, Outside Online, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Where.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/where. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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