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since

[sins] / sɪns /






PREPOSITION
between the present and a previous time
Synonyms


Usage

What are other ways to say since? The conjunctions as and since suggest a reason for an occurrence or action, but they are so casual as to imply merely circumstances attendant on the main statement: As (or since) I was tired, I was sleeping. Because introduces a direct reason: I was sleeping because I was tired. The reason, proof, or justification introduced by for is like an afterthought or a parenthetical statement: I was famished, for I had not eaten all day. The more formal inasmuch as implies concession; the main statement is true in view of the circumstances introduced by this conjunction: Inasmuch as I was tired, it seemed best to sleep.

Example Sentences

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It won't be different this summer, even if the scrutiny back home around his role has only intensified since Qatar 2022.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The election comes after years of upheaval since Pashinyan was propelled to power in a 2018 street revolution.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

She has lost 130 pounds since she began GLP-1 medications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“I’ve known him since he was in second grade and he has two brothers who played for me too,” Oilers coach Benji Medure said upon wrapping up his 26th season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

But since that didn’t happen, I hope that Grandma is still willing to help me try again.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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