HERE AND THERE Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

here and there

adverb

Definition of here and there

as in everywhere

in one place and another an overgrown lawn with yellow patches of dandelions scattered here and there

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Relevance

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nowhere

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 Algerian fans were sprinkled here and there in small pockets. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2026 Fans have debated through the years which band is better, and the respective bands have made remarks here and there. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 Some just see it as an operational issue that requires a little tweaking here and there. — Andrew Zhyvolovych, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The performers all seem to relish the opportunity to be physically abused, although some of them do express regret here and there. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for here and there

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Adverb

The retro ensemble caught the attention of fans and press everywhere.

— Morgan Evans, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Pull-on pants are everywhere this summer, offering a welcome alternative to uncomfortable, constrictive options.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 3 July 2026

Definition of everywhere

Adverb

These experiences often involve guest participation and are accentuated with advanced multimedia technology and sometimes theatrical elements.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
These arguments overlook the fact that sometimes the content generated by the model does reproduce original parts of the author’s work.

— Zoey Forbes, The Dial, 7 July 2026

Definition of sometimes

Adverb

Hernandez, 29, a contractor based in Franklin, about 20 miles south of Nashville, undertook the $380 project with furniture from HomeGoods after seeing his pet spend most of her life tucked away in a little corner.

— Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Back in the arena, Kaw-Liga lasts about five seconds on the mini bull.

— Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026

Definition of about

Adverb

O’Donnell will also continue in her role as senior correspondent for the network, occasionally anchoring specials.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Continue to cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over and tender, 3 to 4 minutes more.

— Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 8 July 2026

Definition of occasionally

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