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whence

[hwens, wens] / ʰwɛns, wɛns /
CONJUNCTION
from what or which place
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The freezer aisle, from whence many of its contents originate, does not do much to help the case.

From Salon Jul. 11, 2026

The radio and TV stations whence come the music and the news could get even more anonymized: Many cars are coming off the assembly line missing that democratizing medium of the 20th century, AM radio.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2024

You may be wondering just whence that staggering valuation arises, then.

From Slate Mar. 28, 2024

Downes suspects Bruiser’s ilk made their way back east into the North Cascades from whence they hail.

From Seattle Times Jul. 7, 2023

Cluny’s tail fell from his grasp as both victors and vanquished turned towards the Abbey whence the voice had issued.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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