She's a talented singer and also a fine actress.
Thomas Edison is best known for inventing the lightbulb, but he also invented the phonograph.
I don't think we should go out. Not only is it late, but it's also snowing.
My neighbors were also at the show that night.
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While Autism brings real challenges, Dr. Vargas also points to the unique strengths often found in those with Autism, particularly in a modern economy driven by focus, systems thinking, and deep expertise.—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 May 2025 Some members of Captain Bledsoe's crew were also fans of the show.—EW.com, 17 May 2025 On top of his new album, The Weeknd is also in the midst of his After Hours til Dawn 2025 Tour, which kicked off in Phoenix, Ariz. on May 9.—Michael Nied, People.com, 17 May 2025 Republicans also are expanding the work requirements to receive food aid.—Kevin Freking, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for also
Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English eallswā, from eall all + swā so — more at so
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of also was
before the 12th century
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