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further

[fur-ther] / ˈfɜr ðər /






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She hopes that further surgery might offer relief.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“The war will go on for some time, and further escalations are increasingly likely, either intentional or accidental,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

In a risk scenario where growth concerns intensify and financial conditions tighten further, higher-quality and longer-duration bonds should be better placed to perform.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Looking at factors outside of the jobs report, it’s apparent that things will be sluggish, and are likely to slow even further.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

I was exhausted beyond any further movement and there were no more trees or buoys in sight.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo