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since

/sɪns/

[/sɪns/]

from a past time; because

Intermediateconjunction

Definition

From a particular past time until now; also used to mean because.

Example

We have not seen each other since we graduated from university.

We have not seen each other since we graduated from university.

Etymology

From Middle English "sithence," from Old English "siththan," after that.

How & Where It’s Used

Marks a starting point in time or gives a reason.

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