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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
Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Mickey Rourke was removed from the Celebrity Big Brother UK house after further usage of inappropriate language.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
ArsTechnica, 4 Apr. 2025
Andrew King is general partner at Bastille Ventures, investing in critical technology furthering national security, and founder of the bipartisan nonprofit Future Union, working with the private sector to combat state espionage.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 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
In addition to the objects larger than 4 inches, which can be tracked from Earth using radars and telescopes, there are about 1.1 million fragments between 0.4 and 4 inches in size and a further 130 million tiny bits smaller than 0.4 inches, according to ESA.
—Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Mickey Rourke was removed from the Celebrity Big Brother UK house after further usage of inappropriate language.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
Verb
And the school's inadequate response was a major reason why Mani decided to take a stand, seemingly viewing the school as a vehicle furthering her harassment.
—ArsTechnica, 4 Apr. 2025
Andrew King is general partner at Bastille Ventures, investing in critical technology furthering national security, and founder of the bipartisan nonprofit Future Union, working with the private sector to combat state espionage.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 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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Talkback sold to Fremantle (then Pearson Television) and Fincham became CEO of Talkback Thames, which made comedies and the likes of The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent for ITV and long-running police drama The Bill.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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In those cases, then, AI wasn’t used to create a doc or song whole cloth, but as a tool to make something old new again.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For me, embracing my curls has become a physical manifestation of a broader internal shift—a move toward more self-acceptance in all aspects and of a new phase of life.—
Liz Krieger,
Allure,
15 Apr. 2025
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But focusing on meeting your essential needs first will lay the foundation for eventually finding the physical ability to do more. 2.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
SELF,
15 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Last of Us star got their first role in season 6 of Game of Thrones at 11 years old, and has their parents to thank for encouraging their career.—
Makena Gera,
People.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Those who pick up the materials are encouraged to take a photo with their 988 sign, share it on their social media platforms and tag the Kane County Health Department to let their friends and family know that support is always available, according to the release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Lucky Duck also shows up — in person this time — to quack at the panel and give them a late-in-the-game incentive to do better.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Prada also owns brands like Miu Miu, Church’s and Marchesi 1824.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The head of Marysville’s police force was on leave as of late last week and the city of Marysville has not provided additional information related to the nature of his time away from duty.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Her story also reveals how oppressive systems interact with medical bias to create additional traumas.—
Essence,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In a social media post Sunday, Kennedy promoted two such practitioners who have become popular in West Texas among vaccine-hesitant families: Ben Edwards and Richard Bartlett.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
7 Apr. 2025
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Specifically, short-chain fatty acids nourish the cells within your gut lining, promoting a healthy intestinal barrier and mucus production and lowering inflammation.—
Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
7 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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It wasn’t named in the companion antitrust cases of Hubbard or Carter, either.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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The new primary camera sensor probably isn't hurting, either.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 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 20 Apr. 2025.
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