otherwise

Example Sentences

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The striking absence of Erika Kirk, who spoke at the kick-off event in Los Angeles but has otherwise been missing in action.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Scientists have long noticed that underwater earthquakes along these faults often remain smaller than geological conditions might otherwise permit, as though some natural mechanism limits their maximum size.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

On the other hand, these aggregators are bringing news stories to audiences who might not be getting them elsewhere – some of the undercover voters wouldn't otherwise be seeing much about politics.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s long-anticipated summit ended with both suggesting an agreement to reset their relationship, but with few concrete breakthroughs otherwise.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

I’d finally learned where all our appliances were going: straight into Klawde’s otherwise unused litter box.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth