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also known as

ADVERB
as known or named at another time or place
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The Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act, also known as Senate Bill 79, is one of the most aggressive measures state legislators have taken to address California’s housing shortage in recent years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

More than 2.4 million children across the U.S. are raised in grandfamilies, also known as kinship families.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Despite its sheer simplicity, khichuri, also known as khichdi, flaunts a rich history.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

This is the reason why this type of therapy is also known as a 'Trojan horse' therapy, after the Greek myth.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Everybody warned the rookies about the gorge, also known as “The Gut” and “The Chute.”

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen




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