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as in regarding
having to do with
a poignant story about a young man who goes off to war
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2
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as in round
on all sides or in every direction
people standing about waiting for a salesclerk to assist them
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2
as in back
toward the opposite direction
turned about and saw the dog following him
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as in almost
very close to but not completely
about as many attendees as last year signed up for the conference
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as in approximately
close to but not exactly
it's about a mile to the nearest gas station we're about ready to get started
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as in everywhere
in one place and another
his garage was a dirty, cluttered place with various tools and engine parts just lying about
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as in aware
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Recent Examples of about
Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2025
Sheridan’s is about the survival of dignity in a world of astonishing indignities.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 16 Mar. 2025
Ars Technica, 15 Mar. 2025
Statewide, the average gas price increased about 3 cents a gallon from last week.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Jessica Wang, EW.com, 17 Mar. 2025
Both daily newspapers in the Twin Cities say the Gophers, who fired coach Ben Johnson last week, are about to make a beeline for Rams boss Niko Medved.
—Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2025
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Preposition
Here's some step-by-step, practical advice about how to keep your toaster oven clean— and advice on how to clean it when all seems lost.
—Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2025
Sheridan’s is about the survival of dignity in a world of astonishing indignities.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 16 Mar. 2025
Adverb
Things went back to normal once the hand rested in its medium for about an hour.
—Ars Technica, 15 Mar. 2025
Statewide, the average gas price increased about 3 cents a gallon from last week.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Without any warning about what was about to transpire, I was literally just taken.
—Jessica Wang, EW.com, 17 Mar. 2025
Both daily newspapers in the Twin Cities say the Gophers, who fired coach Ben Johnson last week, are about to make a beeline for Rams boss Niko Medved.
—Sean Keeler, The Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for about
Preposition
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The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Feb. 2025
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Critics of the deal have cited concerns about the intentions of Nippon Steel regarding continuing domestic production, particularly in blast furnaces.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2024
Preposition
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Tax Day is just around the corner—and statistics suggest that taxpayers are not excited about filing their tax returns this tax filing season.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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John Oliver reflected on the recent controversy around Mel Gibson on Sunday’s episode of Last Week Tonight.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2025
Preposition
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As a rookie, Miller, who was listed at 6-foot-9 and 280 pounds, battled weight problems that would plague him throughout his career.—
Doug Haller,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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Bentley says that 210 grams of 18-karat rose gold is present throughout the Black Rose’s decadent cabin, including on the dashboard, steering wheel, and drive mode selector.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The duo will be escorted back by astronauts who flew up on a rescue mission on SpaceX in September alongside two empty seats reserved for Wilmore and Williams on the return leg.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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Hunt had previously played for the Chiefs for the 2017 and 2018 seasons but was cut when a video emerged online of the running back pushing and kicking a woman.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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If UConn reaches the Elite Eight for an 18th time in the past 20 seasons, a rematch of the 2024 quarterfinal against 1-seed USC feels almost inevitable.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
17 Mar. 2025
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The pillars of the massive pier have formed artificial vertical reefs underwater, and diving here almost feels like entering a science fiction world, with alien-like tree formations and coral growths blossoming out from the supports.—
Erik Trinidad,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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In 2021, Dollar General announced plans to open approximately 1,000 Popshelf stores by the end of the 2025 fiscal year due to its popularity with customers, according to reporting from CNBC.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA TODAY,
18 Mar. 2025
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State police reportedly located and seized 700 grams of fentanyl and approximately $19,000 in cash during a search of the vehicle, court records show.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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From its lavish entrance with golden arches to its cavernous dining room, which can seat more than 300 people, gold is everywhere, from the furnishings to the lighting.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
17 Mar. 2025
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Whether in silk, embroidered, in Lurex, or covered in glitter and sequins, socks were everywhere — from Miu Miu to Valentino to Rabanne.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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That’s the part that cautions … to be really aware that the rules aren’t clear anymore.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN,
16 Mar. 2025
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Axios reported on Sunday that two senior White House officials acknowledged the administration was aware of and ignored the court order, with one suggesting the legal clash will end up in the U.S. Supreme Court.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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“About.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/about. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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