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as in everywhere
in one place and another
an overgrown lawn with yellow patches of dandelions scattered here and there
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2
as in sometimes
on some occasions
she spoke so softly that I only caught a word here and there
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Recent Examples of here and there
As Netflix’s star has burned brighter and brighter over the last 12 years — apart from a few blinks here and there — its industry-leading homepage has stayed pretty much the same.
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Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 7 May 2025
Braun gave examples of when the 36-year-old Westbrook was able to offer a pointer here and there.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 May 2025
Spreading laughter here and there is cool, but Leshem really wants his show to spread empathy.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
There are some solid bits of physical comedy here and there, particularly in the summer episodes, and dramatic moments land from time to time.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 1 May 2025
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Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 7 May 2025
Braun gave examples of when the 36-year-old Westbrook was able to offer a pointer here and there.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 4 May 2025
Spreading laughter here and there is cool, but Leshem really wants his show to spread empathy.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 2 May 2025
There are some solid bits of physical comedy here and there, particularly in the summer episodes, and dramatic moments land from time to time.
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for here and there
Adverb
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Today the like button can be found everywhere on the internet.—
Martin Reeves,
Harvard Business Review,
16 May 2025
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The intense May 15 finale proved that change is everywhere, but the one thing that remains is Bobby’s legacy.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
16 May 2025
Adverb
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This seems like an easy task for Oscar, who is frequently seen in the series flying his drone, often filming Cecilie at home—sometimes with her noticing, other times without her knowledge.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
16 May 2025
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Netting along eves, models of owls and hawks, spinners and windsocks can all be used (sometimes with varying success) to scare off woodpeckers.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
Adverb
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For about two hours in what he was told was a routine inspection, Piker was questioned about his political beliefs and potential connections to the militant group Hamas, his opinions on President Donald Trump and when he was banned from Twitch.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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Process syrup, fresh basil leaves, lime juice, water, and ice cubes in a blender on low speed, gradually increasing speed, until thick and slushy, about 45 seconds.—
Elizabeth Mervosh,
Southern Living,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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In this episode, Mrs Flood is just sort of there, occasionally commenting on the action but mostly just standing around in the background.—
Ryan Woodrow,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Even if occasionally some specific scenes get lost, the overall aura is compelling enough to keep you watching.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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“Here and there.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/here%20and%20there. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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