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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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as in round
on all sides or in every direction
people standing about waiting for a salesclerk to assist them
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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
Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
If corporate leaders complain about these directives’ effects on their bottom lines, Trump’s team could force CISA to scale back its use of this authority.
—Eric Geller, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
Judith Kohler, The Denver Post, 15 Dec. 2024
McCoy’s center currently has a waitlist of about 260 children.
—Annie Waldman, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Sam Heller, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
Outdoor dining was about to expire in L.A. this month.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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Questions about Rashford’s social life might not technically be an issue about rules, however.
—Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
If corporate leaders complain about these directives’ effects on their bottom lines, Trump’s team could force CISA to scale back its use of this authority.
—Eric Geller, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
Adverb
The company estimates the pilot project will cost about $125 million.
—Judith Kohler, The Denver Post, 15 Dec. 2024
McCoy’s center currently has a waitlist of about 260 children.
—Annie Waldman, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Syrians are celebrating in the streets of Damascus, opposition groups are attempting to organize a political transition, and the world is about to find out what comes after the fall.
—Sam Heller, Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2024
Outdoor dining was about to expire in L.A. this month.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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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
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This was encapsulated by Belichick’s response about why fans should be optimistic regarding next season.Christopher L. Gasper, BostonGlobe.com, 29 Mar. 2023
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The upcoming move looms in the background for much of an episode that is otherwise framed around a wedding celebration of Bandit's brother Radley to Frisky.Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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The more Viktor’s power grows, the more that pieces of unnerving beauty bloom around him.Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
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Publishing Managers are single points of contact throughout the journey, providing a degree of accountability, consistency, and empathy that helped Scribe Media’s services stand out in a cold, calculated, and controlling industry.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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Recalled products were produced between January and November 2024 and distributed throughout Canada, the United States and other international markets.Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 12 Dec. 2024
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This beloved series, hailed for its unique take on family life, will make its way back to the screen with new episodes, reinstating its original wit and charm.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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An apparent collision with a bird Thursday diverted an American Airlines flight bound for North Carolina back to New York City.Ahjané Forbes, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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In premarket trading, Nvidia shares slid almost 2%, a day after entering correction territory.Alex Harring, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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Kids who are young for their grade are, almost by definition, more immature than their peers.Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 17 Dec. 2024
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Though not very large, standing at approximately 72 inches tall, the Hoosier cabinet filled a storage and organizational void.Michelle Mastro, JSTOR Daily, 18 Dec. 2024
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Germany has been one of Ukraine's closest allies and is the largest military supplier since the war began in February 2022, sending aid now and into the future valued at approximately 28 billion euros ($29.4 billion).Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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The Pew survey also highlighted the essential element that puts EVs at a disadvantage—there are gas stations everywhere.Greg Petro, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Download and listen to this episode of Biscuits & Jam with Brenda Lee on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or everywhere podcasts are available.Sid Evans, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2024
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That means the company's license plates are very likely to remain vulnerable despite Rodriguez's warning—a fact, Rodriguez says, that transport policymakers and law enforcement should be aware of as digital license plates roll out across the country.Andy Greenberg, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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Emergency officials are aware of the inspection and will be available to provide any assistance if necessary, the release states.NWA Democrat-Gazette, arkansasonline.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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“About.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/about. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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