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as in earlier
so as to precede something in order of time
if you didn't get a malaria shot formerly, you'd better get one now
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Recent Examples of formerly
The arrangement comes after Something Weird LLC (formerly Something Weird Video) shuttered its download-to-own service and in-house DVD-R manufacturing operations last October.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 May 2025
Hideki Matsuyama also missed the cut, snapping a streak of 19 made in a row when teeing it up in the majors, formerly the longest active streak.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 17 May 2025
The general public will be let inside the restaurant — part of the Orchard Park (formerly Linder Village) development — starting at 7 a.m.
Even sweeter?
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 16 May 2025
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was formerly staunchly opposed to negotiations with the U.S., but senior Iranian government officials reportedly launched a coordinated effort to change his mind, framing the decision as critical to the regime’s survival.
—Sam Meredith,natasha Turak, CNBC, 15 May 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 May 2025
Hideki Matsuyama also missed the cut, snapping a streak of 19 made in a row when teeing it up in the majors, formerly the longest active streak.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 17 May 2025
The general public will be let inside the restaurant — part of the Orchard Park (formerly Linder Village) development — starting at 7 a.m.
Even sweeter?
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 16 May 2025
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was formerly staunchly opposed to negotiations with the U.S., but senior Iranian government officials reportedly launched a coordinated effort to change his mind, framing the decision as critical to the regime’s survival.
—Sam Meredith,natasha Turak, CNBC, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for formerly
Adverb
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Jones allegedly aimed the rifle at Goins and shot once, missing him, witnesses told police.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 June 2025
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On this first night, the magic was on the other side in a manner that told you this final step up the mountain will, once again, be the toughest.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
5 June 2025
Adverb
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Look, it’s already started, with criticism of his performance for the national team against Portugal on Wednesday.—
Philipp Lahm,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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While season 3 has already dropped and delivered its fair share of ridiculous drama, fans shouldn't get too cozy because season 4 is coming in hot with even more secrets, scandals, and explosive revelations.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
6 June 2025
Adverb
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In Jakarta earlier this week, Macron and his counterpart Prabowo Subianto signed a preliminary defense pact that could see Indonesia purchase more French weaponry, including Rafale fighter jets and Scorpene submarines.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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During a heat wave, the American Kennel Club said, walk your dog early in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler and pavement is less likely to burn their paws.—
Angela Rodriguez,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2025
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“Formerly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/formerly. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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