either
adjective
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Definition of either
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either
pronounDefinition of either (Entry 2 of 4)
either
conjunctionDefinition of either (Entry 3 of 4)
either
adverbDefinition of either (Entry 4 of 4)
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Synonyms for either
Synonyms: Adverb
additionally, again, also, besides, further, furthermore, likewise, more, moreover, then, too, withal, yet
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Examples of either in a Sentence
Adjective
French and English are closer to each other than either language is to Chinese. You may take either road. You may choose either answer. Either way is all right with me.Pronoun
I haven't written to either of my parents.Adverb
you won't convince them, and, in fact, I don't agree either!
Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
That is not how either admirers or detractors on the right view President Trump. — Andrew C. Mccarthy, National Review, "McMaster and the Challenge of Sharia Supremacism," 12 Aug. 2017Recent Examples on the Web: Conjunction
But scientists and doctors say things aren’t that simple — and a belief that exposing children to marijuana, either directly or indirectly, is harmless isn’t supported by the facts. — Daniel M. Jimenez, The Cannifornian, "With cannabis use growing, doctors still caution to keep kids away from secondhand smoke," 22 June 2017 Consumers face two possible outcomes — insurers will either leave the marketplace or be forced to raise their rates. — Bloomberg News, The Denver Post, "Trump’s threats on Obamacare funds may drive out poor, insurers," 5 May 2017 Either the gravitational influence from a passing star or group of stars, or the shock waves from an old exploding star in the distance, stirs up the nebula. — Mike Lynch / Sky Watch, Twin Cities, "Sky Watch: Learning about the stellar life cycle is a gas — literally," 11 Mar. 2017 Now either the president is flip-flopping or his staff is, once again, speaking out of turn. — Alicia Wallace, The Cannabist, "Trump administration puts recreational marijuana in crosshairs," 23 Feb. 2017 The tests use either a cheek swab or saliva and return autosomal DNA reports, sampling at more than 700,000 locations along a genome. — Katharine Gammon, Orange County Register, "The mystery of the missing parentage," 30 Jan. 2017 The quarterbacks are the storyline for the 1:35 p.m. kickoff, but not in the way either team would’ve liked. — Jimmy Durkin, The Mercury News, "Raiders’ Connor Cook in line to make history if he starts playoff opener," 3 Jan. 2017Recent Examples on the Web: Adverb
Much was made of how difficult Clear Springs' non-district schedule was last year and there really isn't a drop-off in the return games of those series, either. — Adam Coleman, Houston Chronicle, "Friday night highlights: Lightning strikes, again," 30 Aug. 2019 Trying to scare children by warning them about potential medical problems isn’t helpful either. — Washington Post, "As with adults, no easy way to address weight with children," 30 Aug. 2019 Trying to scare children by warning them about potential medical problems isn’t helpful either. — Candice Choi, BostonGlobe.com, "As with adults, no easy way to address weight with children," 30 Aug. 2019 Wagner won’t be the biggest test this unit faces, but after scoring 28 points per game last year and adding a quarterback transfer from Florida International, the Seahawks won’t be pushovers either. — Alex Putterman, courant.com, "UConn football vs. Wagner: time, how to watch, broadcasters, weather, betting line, preview," 29 Aug. 2019 The outfit reinterpretations aren't far off from the model's own personal style, either. — Marina Liao, Marie Claire, "Hailey Baldwin Recreates Princess Diana's Iconic Outfits," 29 Aug. 2019 This isn’t Marriott’s first green initiative, either. — Georgia Slater, PEOPLE.com, "Marriott to Get Rid of Travel-Size Toiletries in All Hotel Rooms: Here's What to Expect Instead," 29 Aug. 2019 Simply being ambitious for success will not be enough either. — K.n.c., The Economist, "Entrepreneurial leaders are needed for a decentralised world," 29 Aug. 2019 The long-term future of the racetrack, which opened in Arlington Heights in 1927, is no sure bet, either. — Chicago Tribune Staff, chicagotribune.com, "Daywatch: Critics call on Lightfoot to keep promises, toddler killed in ‘unfortunate accident’ at Orland Square Mall and other things to know to start your day," 29 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'either.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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either
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