Definitions

to

[too, too, tuh] / tu, tʊ, tə /

PREPOSITION

in the direction of

Synonyms

WEAK

directed toward facing into through toward via

PREPOSITION

indicating position

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WEAK

before in front of on over prior to upon

PREPOSITION

until

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WEAK

extending to stopping at till up to

PREPOSITION

so that

Synonyms

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in order to so that one may

PREPOSITION

indicating degree

Synonyms

WEAK

as far as down to to this extent up to

PREPOSITION

indicating results

Synonyms

WEAK

back becoming ending with until

Example Sentences

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To ready a potential IPO, analysts have said that the agency would likely need to revise Fannie and Freddie’s capital requirements, among other heavy regulatory moves, and Pulte’s divided time could hinder those efforts.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

To measure underlying inflation, the new chairman has urged the central bank to look at alternatives to its standard gauge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

"To see the joy on her face when she came to visit with all the amazing actors and crew, and she was really, really supportive."

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

To qualify, firms must satisfy profitability requirements, including positive earnings in the most recent quarter and over the prior four quarters combined.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

To his right, an asphalt lot in desperate need of repair.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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