as in minute
a very small space of time
I'll be ready in a second
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as in another
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as in to assist
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Recent Examples of second
Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
In 2023, the Kenyan middle-distance runner set three women's world records, including running a blistering 4:07 for the mile, breaking the previous record by five seconds.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Approaching the interval, however, Johnny Cardoso equalized with a header prior to former Madrid star Isco converting a penalty early in the second half.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
Gostin said he was also told that Trump has recalled all CDC staff who are seconded to WHO offices in other countries, a move spelled out in Trump’s January 20 order.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 27 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The culprit behind the fire was a fuel leak of undetermined origin that began about 85 seconds after liftoff.
—Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
In 2023, the Kenyan middle-distance runner set three women's world records, including running a blistering 4:07 for the mile, breaking the previous record by five seconds.
—Jonathan Lambert, NPR, 1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Clark currently is second in command to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
—Peter Lucas, Boston Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Approaching the interval, however, Johnny Cardoso equalized with a header prior to former Madrid star Isco converting a penalty early in the second half.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Verb
The council’s citizen appointment to the Board of Health was tabled following Rivas’s nomination of former Councilwoman Sylvia Graham, a Democrat, which was seconded by Simms.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2025
Gostin said he was also told that Trump has recalled all CDC staff who are seconded to WHO offices in other countries, a move spelled out in Trump’s January 20 order.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for second
Adjective
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Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.—
Justin L. Mack,
Indianapolis Star,
7 May 2020
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This desire to preserve tradition, however, is likely to be met with a growing desire to preserve an another value: openness.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
22 Mar. 2020
Verb
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Police said they were assisted by DCF as well as the Ansonia-Milford State’s Attorney’s Office and the New Haven State’s Attorney’s Office.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2025
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Jenner was assisted by sister styling duo Alexandra Rose and Mackenzie Grandquist, who she’s worked with since 2022.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Dutch driver is the four-time reigning drivers’ world champion and is aiming for his fifth successive title in 2025.—
Ben Morse,
CNN,
14 Mar. 2025
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The role that Saudi Arabia has played as host of the Americans’ successive meetings with Russian and Ukrainian negotiators.—
Ned Temko,
The Christian Science Monitor,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Now, Lawrence will become a key piece of the Seahawks' defense, and a pass rush specialist that can aid the unit improve in 2025.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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In addition to North Carolina’s red-wolf crossings, the program has awarded grants for nearly three dozen projects — some of which will aid imperiled species such as ocelots and desert tortoises, many more that will seek to avert dangerous crashes with large mammals like deer, elk, and moose.—
Ben Goldfarb,
Vox,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Cubs also believe the 6-foot-4 defender can be a backup shortstop and an extra outfielder.—
Patrick Mooney,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
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At the top of the range, GT-Line S can be had with a heat pump for an extra £900 at £43,895 ($56,700).—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Strickler explained that these panels are conservative about adopting change, but that the whole country is now moving in the direction of universal DPYD testing.—
Ellen Matloff,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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But county officials supporting Haley’s proposal say adopting an earnings tax would allow the Unified Government to significantly reduce its mill levy and the fees tacked on to residents’ water and electricity bills.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Those inquiries reinforce earlier press reports based on leaks and add frightening detail.—
Gershom Gorenberg,
The Atlantic,
14 Mar. 2025
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If employees fear looking uninformed or worry that questioning leadership will lead to trouble, their brains shift into play it safe mode, blocking curiosity and reinforcing silos.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Satin Is The Luxurious Path to Restorative Sleep Satin, with its characteristic smooth finish and gentle touch, has earned its reputation as a premium sleep surface backed by scientific validation.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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Still, Zelenskyy has repeatedly stressed the need for lasting Western security guarantees backed by the U.S. -- a commitment the Trump administration has so far dodged.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Second.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/second. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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