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as in with
as the result of
won the tournament through practice and hard work
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as in by
using the means or agency of
apparently got his money through theft and deception
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as in around
from beginning to end
read the letter through twice never once missed class the whole year through
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as in up
brought or having come to an end
a standing ovation for the cast when the play was through
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Recent Examples of through
Miles Walls, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
The first half delivers a gritty crime thriller following a hitman caught between law enforcement and yakuza forces, while the second portion reimagines the same narrative through a comedic lens using self-parody techniques.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Jan. 2025
Chris Barilla, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
There was a moment at 1-0 where, after receiving Ortega’s long pass and turning, Haaland tried to thread Foden through, and the move broke down.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Feb. 2024
On a recent drive through the area, cars were parked in the bus-only lane, while other vehicles blocked a through-lane on Pennsylvania Avenue.
—Courtland Milloy, Washington Post, 16 May 2023
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Preposition
An all-aluminum frame gives it the strength to stand up to rainstorms and hurricanes, with foam board insulation keeping you comfy through hot Alabama summers and Virginia’s brutal winters.
—Miles Walls, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
The first half delivers a gritty crime thriller following a hitman caught between law enforcement and yakuza forces, while the second portion reimagines the same narrative through a comedic lens using self-parody techniques.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Jan. 2025
Adverb
Gritty has a very friendly temperament, which is amazing after all she's been through.
—Chris Barilla, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
There was a moment at 1-0 where, after receiving Ortega’s long pass and turning, Haaland tried to thread Foden through, and the move broke down.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
But that’s the universal struggle and the only way is through.
—Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Feb. 2024
On a recent drive through the area, cars were parked in the bus-only lane, while other vehicles blocked a through-lane on Pennsylvania Avenue.
—Courtland Milloy, Washington Post, 16 May 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for through
Preposition
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Don’t fret about this sheer formula fading away throughout the day because its fine powder formula clings onto skin and complexion makeup for long-lasting wear.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
23 Jan. 2025
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The suit suggests possible health risks associated with PFAS might be more pronounced in this case because consumers are encouraged to keep wearable devices on throughout the day, often for long stretches of time.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
23 Jan. 2025
Preposition
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This new milestone means Disney scored a hat trick of $1B worldwide grossers from 2024; the only studio with movies released during the year that crossed the coveted threshold.—
Nancy Tartaglione,
Deadline,
19 Jan. 2025
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In Gaza City, members of Palestinian Civil Defense teams — who carried out rescue operations in response to near-daily Israeli strikes during the war — poured into the streets to celebrate and climbed on top of ambulances to wave Palestinian flags.—
Christina Goldbaum,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2025
Preposition
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Experts have pointed to the link between climate change and the conditions that make fires like those that have roared across Los Angeles in recent weeks more likely.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC News,
24 Jan. 2025
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And across the industry, companies have shrunk teams whose entire job was to ensure the safety of their platforms, including from people who seek to foment hate and violence.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
Preposition
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Mark Wahlberg executive produces the series alongside Archie Gips and Stephen Levinson via their Unrealistic Ideas banner.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2025
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Get weather and fire alerts via text:Sign up to get current wildfire updates by location Hughes Fire expands: 'The situation remains dynamic' According to Cal Fire, the Hughes Fire had grown to more than 10,000 acres with 14% containment.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
Preposition
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Von Steuben’s efforts are credited with turning a ragtag Continental Army into a professional military by curtailing the prevalent graft and waste undermining the war effort.—
Lucy Lang,
New York Daily News,
26 Jan. 2025
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And in early May 1977, a pair of burglars with more nefarious intentions twice broke into Jackson’s home.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
26 Jan. 2025
Preposition
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During the previous effort, squalid and fetid camps grew on the border and were marred by gang violence.—
Bill Barrow,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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The Ak Bars Kazan season runs through March 22, followed by playoffs.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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The crash occurred around 1:39 p.m. at 5500 North Freeway.. The driver of the truck was pronounced dead on the scene, police said.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Jan. 2025
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But having seen much violence and death in his years as a logger, he’s tormented by the sense that darkness is following him around and some kind of punishment is coming his way.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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Examples include hits after a play is over, hitting a player who is out of bounds or helmet-to-helmet contact.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
17 Jan. 2025
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That handful could dwindle even further before the weekend’s over.—
Mark Schindler,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Through.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/through. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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