already

Example Sentences

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The midfielder has already hinted that he is approaching a defining moment with Croatia.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2026

The World Meteorological Organization said El Nino had already set in, and would quickly gain strength, as it warned countries to brace for impact.

From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026

Rising demand for ships is already pushing tanker rates higher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Contractors at the massive Lineage warehouse on Thursday had already placed fans and misters around the burned remains of the building, which had its walls torn down so firefighters could spray water into the structure.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

And in those instances, it was a very good thing that Clare was already undead.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman