already
Pronunciation
Adverb
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Quick answer
Before now, or earlier than expected.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
Usage notes
"Already" usually appears with the present perfect or past perfect tense to show something happened earlier than expected.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She had _____ left by the time I called."
Answer: already
In your own words, what does "already" mean?
Before now, or earlier than expected.
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