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as in then
in addition to what has been said
I'll say nothing further at this time
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as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
I think further research is needed before we can say whether that treatment is safe or not
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as in to encourage
to help the growth or development of
she worked hard to further her operatic career
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Recent Examples of further
Karla Pope, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
For statistical confirmation, look no further than a global survey that my company did of 2,000 CEOs.
—Sanjay Brahmawar, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023
Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 20 Mar. 2025
When reached for comment Thursday, the Transportation Department did not provide further details about Gardner’s resignation.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 Mar. 2025
To further the homage, 1,892 units of the timepiece are being produced as a nod to the year the stadium was built.
—Layla Ilchi, WWD, 11 Mar. 2025
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Adverb
For those who want a remote getaway with breathtaking beauty, look no further than this archipelago province of the Philippines.
—Karla Pope, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023
For statistical confirmation, look no further than a global survey that my company did of 2,000 CEOs.
—Sanjay Brahmawar, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023
Adjective
When reached by Pitchfork, a representative for Gel had no further comment to share.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 20 Mar. 2025
When reached for comment Thursday, the Transportation Department did not provide further details about Gardner’s resignation.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
Verb
And, to further the contrast between our solar system and Barnard's Star's planetary system, the closest planet to the sun in our Solar System, Mercury, has a mean distance of 36 million miles (58 million kilometers) between itself and the sun.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 15 Mar. 2025
To further the homage, 1,892 units of the timepiece are being produced as a nod to the year the stadium was built.
—Layla Ilchi, WWD, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for further
Adverb
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However, if temperatures fall farther than expected the amounts could increase, forecasters added.—
Leigh Morgan,
al,
11 Feb. 2023
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Tier 2 Pricing, includes lots farther away from the stadium: Car or SUV: $100.—
Sydney Carruth,
The Arizona Republic,
9 Feb. 2023
Adverb
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Until then, Barcelona and the Reds have other targets, namely claiming silverware, before any pieces start moving.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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But if a studio leans on using a model created by a company like OpenAI — like in the case of Lionsgate’s partnership with Runway — then all bets are off.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As Maine continues to see more shark detections in its waters, studies like this will be crucial in ensuring that shark conservation efforts continue while also keeping human safety a priority.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Deli Boys shows brown people as just that — brown people; nothing more, nothing less.—
Isha Sharma,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2025
Verb
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On the positive side, the increase in applications from students of color and the growing diversity of the applicant pool are encouraging signs of progress toward more significant equity in higher education.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Community Board 2 voted against the project in May, hoping to encourage the state liquor board to deny the liquor license, though community boards have no actual blocking power.—
Bridget Read,
Curbed,
14 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Basic operation maintenance at the Field Court Building, including janitorial services, is also estimated to cost about $250,000.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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The average tax refund is also up: $3,324 per taxpayer as of March 7, 2025, compared to $3,145 as of March 8, 2024, a boost of 5.7%.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, research shows that beyond escaping poverty, additional wealth has little impact on long-term emotional well-being.—
Shane Enete,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Negotiations over height and additional community benefits will take place before a second commission vote on the upzoning.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
23 Mar. 2025
Verb
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And earlier this month, one of the DOGE representatives who took part in the California trip, Tyler Hassen, was promoted to Interior’s assistant secretary for policy, management and budget, according to an order from Interior Sec.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
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Federal employees in probationary status ‒ targeted in an initial round of Trump firings ‒ were either recently hired or promoted, usually within the past year.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
14 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The city doesn’t just focus on outward or performative happiness, either.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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But the two-way star isn’t afraid to mix it up, either.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
20 Mar. 2025
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Further vs. Farther
They started as same word, but their meanings have drifted apart over time.
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“Further.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/further. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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