Definitions

to

[too, too, tuh] / tu, tʊ, tə /

PREPOSITION

in the direction of

Synonyms

WEAK

directed toward facing into through toward via

PREPOSITION

indicating position

Synonyms

WEAK

before in front of on over prior to upon

PREPOSITION

until

Synonyms

WEAK

extending to stopping at till up to

PREPOSITION

so that

Synonyms

WEAK

in order to so that one may

PREPOSITION

indicating degree

Synonyms

WEAK

as far as down to to this extent up to

PREPOSITION

indicating results

Synonyms

WEAK

back becoming ending with until

Example Sentences

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“We are dedicated to the safety of our community,” Police Chief Michael Kent said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Wild elephants are often seen near roads close to forest areas in Sri Lanka, where they sometimes attack passing vehicles.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

Zarate is being held at Santa Ana’s Intake Release Center, according to inmate records; the location of the other five suspects was not available.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Most of the report given to AFP was redacted, citing privacy, national security and confidentiality concerns.

From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026

That night, Father Monaghan climbs to the roof of the university’s tower and looks out onto the city.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

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