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adverb

Definition of morenext
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as in then
in addition to what has been said the sci-fi movie was totally unbelievable and, what's more, it was boring

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as in better
to a greater or higher extent the boxers for this bout are more evenly matched than the last two were

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adjective

ˈmȯr How to pronounce more (audio)
as in further
resulting in an increase in amount or number bought more apples in order to make a bigger pie

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noun

as in increase
something added (as by growth) add a little more to the mixture

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Recent Examples of more
Adverb
Shooting on Kodak film continues to be both a more popular choice among filmmakers and to gather more Oscar prestige. — Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025 Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Alexei Kuznetsov, an aide to the head of the Russian Health Ministry, confirmed the fatalities and said that 20 more people were injured, among them three children. — David Brennan, ABC News, 11 Mar. 2025 Keep reading below for more details on how to stream Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party online, including for free. — Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2025
Noun
Social mores have been corroded by the banalization of violence, and patriotism is now seen as the willingness to sell oneself to the trenches for an ever-higher price, in the form of lavish enlistment bonuses and salaries. — Andrei Kolesnikov, Foreign Affairs, 23 Jan. 2025 Tissot was particularly fascinated by the mores and materialism of high society. — Brigit Katz, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for more
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  1. then
  2. better
  3. further
  4. increase
  5. besides
  6. additional
  7. gain
  8. either
Adverb
  • Until then, Barcelona and the Reds have other targets, namely claiming silverware, before any pieces start moving.
    — Henry Flynn, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • If not in a particular country, then certainly there's a legat that has responsibility for that particular country, for instance Turks and Caicos.
    — Peter D'Abrosca, Fox News, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of then
Adverb
  • The Institute founded in his name partners with the National Football League, Gatorade, the National Athletic Trainers' Association and others to better understand and manage heat risks to athletes.
    — The Arizona Republic, The Arizona Republic, 9 Feb. 2023
  • In addition, Most of the activities that hybrid employees carry out–such as focused individual tasks, asynchronous communication, and video meetings–are better done at home.
    — Gleb Tsipursky, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2023
Definition of better
Adjective
  • Update, March 21, 2025: This story, originally published March 20, has been updated with further details regarding the AI attacks facing Gmail users and the FBI secret code warning issued in response, as well as expert opinion from cybersecurity professionals.
    — Davey Winder, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • His lawyer didn't immediately respond to messages seeking further comment Thursday.
    — arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of further
Noun
  • The report issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed an increase of 151,000 non-farm employment in February, and the unemployment rate little changed at 4.1%.
    — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Cracks are beginning to show in the employment picture, so there are downside risks, but retail sales should see some increase month-over-month for February.
    — Bill Stone, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of increase
Adverb
  • And besides, the art world has grown too big for one editorial team to see everything.
    — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 5 Mar. 2025
  • But the biggest thing on the horizon, besides of course the 24 Grand Prix races in the season, is the upcoming F1 movie.
    — Sean Gregory / London and Maranello, TIME, 27 Feb. 2025
Definition of besides
Adjective
  • By Wednesday afternoon — the start of the new league year — there’s a good chance Alexander might have been traded or released, which will give the Packers an additional $6.8 million of salary cap space.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Following the success of his debut album, Fireworks & Rollerblades, Boone expanded his world tour — which launched in the spring — with additional U.S. dates.
    — Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of additional
Noun
  • After those sky-high gains, investors were already uncertain whether the good times would last.
    — John Towfighi, CNN, 18 Mar. 2025
  • If the resulting short-term and long-term figures involve a gain and a loss, they are netted once more.
    — Kristin McKenna, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of gain
Adverb
  • But the two-way star isn’t afraid to mix it up, either.
    — Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 20 Mar. 2025
  • The city doesn’t just focus on outward or performative happiness, either.
    — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
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