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about

Definition for about

adverb as in in an opposite direction

Strongest match

around

Weak matches

back, backward, in reverse, round

adverb as in lying anywhere without order, arrangement

Strongest match

around

preposition as in near an amount, quantity

preposition as in near or close to in position

Strongest match

nearby

Weak matches

adjacent, beside

preposition as in on every side, in every direction

Strongest matches

around, through

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Example Sentences

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Newsom’s office and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ office had discussions last week on how best to address the situation, according to sources not authorized to talk about the details.

Brazilian exporters are in search of buyers for about eight million bags of beans sold to US roasters each year as importers begin to feel the impact of tariffs.

From BBC

Among those whose current party preference is Reform, a remarkable 89% are pessimistic about the prospects for the economy.

From BBC

He particularly enjoyed a morality tale about two sisters – one beautiful but "vain and severe", who lost a suitor to her plain, but more agreeable, sibling.

From BBC

Hollywood performers and writers in recent years have voiced grave concerns about the rapid development of generative AI.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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