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preposition

Definition of sincenext
as in after

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since

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adverb

ˈsin(t)s How to pronounce since (audio)
as in ago
earlier than the present time an ancient marking whose meaning is long since forgotten

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since

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conjunction

as in because
for the reason that since you are already here, we might as well get the meeting started

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Recent Examples of since
Preposition
Moreover, since this effort has taken place to reduce or eliminate thimerosal in vaccines, the autism rate hasn't gone down, the CDC says. — Anna Borges, SELF, 26 Aug. 2019 Social media is a crucial part of digital marketing, and there's a lot to cover, since the course includes tools and skills specific to individual social media platforms. — Noelle Ike, CNN Underscored, 26 Aug. 2019
Adverb
No Way Home—at the time, the last of the franchise in Holland’s contract—but he’s since taken on various roles across movie, theatre and television; not forgetting the role of Telemachus in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. — Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026 At Sardis Baptist Church, similar conversations have been on hold since before Christopher Hensley became senior pastor nearly two years ago. — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for since
Recent Examples of Synonyms for since
  1. after
  2. ago
  3. following
Preposition
  • Certainly there’s been a world of change since the doors of WCC opened a year after that initial gathering – with 1,600 students attending classes in various community facilities.
    — Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The Bengals traded their first-round pick to the Giants to get Lawrence, while Allen signed during free agency after playing for the Vikings last season.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of after
Adverb
  • New York — A $15 million aquatic center with a six-lane pool, waterslides and a lazy river opened in Quincy, Washington, a few weeks ago.
    — Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The company opened about 2 weeks ago and has been busy since.
    — Brandon Truitt, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of ago
Preposition
  • Campbell appeared emotional following Wednesday’s hearing.
    — Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026
  • New York City's LaGuardia Airport reopened Monday following Sunday night's runway crash.
    — Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026
Definition of following

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