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|preposition • adverb • informal adverb
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preposition

On the subject of; concerning.

Example Sentences

"We talked about the weather."

"She was curious about the project."

"There's a lot to learn about history."

adverb

Approximately; roughly.

Example Sentences

"There were about ten people at the meeting."

"The book costs about $20."

"I arrived at about six o'clock."

informal adverb

In a general manner.

Example Sentences

"He was just about finished with his report."

"I’m about ready to go home."

"She is about to call you."

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