as in minute
a very small space of time
I'll be ready in a second
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as in another
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as in to assist
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Recent Examples of second
Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
Close shaker and shake vigorously 30 seconds or until very chilled.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2024
Jamie Barton, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
This is Maricopa County's second outbreak, with the first affecting a commercial poultry backyard flock, per the press release.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
Viktor & Rolf’s spring 2005 catwalk display famously seconded as a venue to launch the fragrance Flowerbomb, for instance.
—Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Here's a list of the 2025 astronomical events to put on your viewing calendar this year:
Meteor showers that will be visible in 2025:
Meteor showers are caused by debris entering the Earth's atmosphere at 35 kilometers per second, according to NASA.
—Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
Close shaker and shake vigorously 30 seconds or until very chilled.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 2 Dec. 2024
Adjective
James’ average of 23 points is his lowest since his rookie season in 2003-04, and his shooting percentage has dropped below 50% for only the second season in the last decade.
—Jamie Barton, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
This is Maricopa County's second outbreak, with the first affecting a commercial poultry backyard flock, per the press release.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
Morrison’s post was seconded by a number of cinematographers, although others pointed out that Hutchins’ former mentor and ASC president Stephen Lighthill was taking part in a panel session after the screening, and swung in behind the decision.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2024
Viktor & Rolf’s spring 2005 catwalk display famously seconded as a venue to launch the fragrance Flowerbomb, for instance.
—Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for second
Adjective
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Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.Justin L. Mack, Indianapolis Star, 7 May 2020
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This desire to preserve tradition, however, is likely to be met with a growing desire to preserve an another value: openness.Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2020
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The sheriff’s office said a coordinated search of the area involved dozens of volunteers, deputies, and personnel from several assisting agencies.David Chiu, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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These systems assist entire teams, from designers and front-end developers to marketers and content writers, instructing them on how to create a cohesive experience for the user and ensure visual consistency.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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These are positive omens for a goal-shy side that has not managed to dispel fears of a fourth successive relegation battle.Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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Even though successive presidential administrations have advocated for reform, change remains elusive.David Williams, Baltimore Sun, 15 Dec. 2024
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The lawyer's tenure as a public servant—specifically at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office—will likely aid in her defense of Mangione.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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This likely aids in hunting and finding their way around under the ice.Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 13 Dec. 2024
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As road salt built up on the windshield, squirting the cleaner then using the wipers was effective but the extra drops of liquid the wipers consistently splattered all over the passenger side when performing its task, this was inexcusable and annoying.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Investors looking for a little extra yield from corporate bonds should consider adding exposure to Europe instead of the U.S., according to BlackRock.Jesse Pound, CNBC, 9 Dec. 2024
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Research shows that optimistic individuals are more likely to adopt healthy behaviors, manage stress effectively, get sick less often, heal more quickly from illness, and even enjoy stronger immune systems.Talia Milgrom-Elcott, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Many small businesses are hesitant to adopt new technology because of high prices, training requirements, and an underlying fear of modernization.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Mike Lipps reinforces this at Medallia with his six-question framework that comes from Patrick Lencioni’s The Advantage, which asks: What’s our purpose?Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Superintendent Theresa Plascencia reinforced that in an email Tuesday.Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 13 Dec. 2024
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The former and future president has still continued to back Kennedy as his choice to oversee agencies including the Food and Drug Administration.Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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On Friday, August 23rd, in a vast tent, a number of restaurant chefs, backed by sweltering assistants, wrought their magic.Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Second.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/second. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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