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otherwise

[uhth-er-wahyz] / ˈʌð ərˌwaɪz /
ADVERB
in another way; alternatively
Synonyms
STRONG
differently
WEAK
any other way at another time contrarily diversely elseways if not in different circumstances on the other hand or else or then under other conditions variously

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Moreover, the wealth effects from higher home values and generous equity returns are driving a significant number of older workers to retire earlier than they perhaps would’ve otherwise.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Nick Reiner entered his not guilty plea in February, but his case has otherwise been stalled by procedural delays.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

Unlike so many retellings of famous assassinations, attempted or otherwise, Harron’s movie gets to the heart of its subject’s discontent without dwelling on dramatizations of Solanas’ fragile psyche.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

Its success or otherwise will "determine the longevity of the junta", according to Beverly Ochieng, a senior analyst at global consultancy firm Control Risks.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Consider the old saying “Out of sight, out of mind,” otherwise known as OOS, OOM.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

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