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since
01
used to express a period from a specific past time up to now or another specified point
Examples
I 've felt better since I've been here.
I 've been very tired since I started the new job.
02
used to indicate a point that marks the beginning of an ongoing condition
Examples
I have been feeling much better ever since I started exercising regularly.
She has been working at the company ever since she graduated.
03
used to express a reason for something
Examples
I did n't eat dessert since I'm on a diet.
She could n't attend the party since she had a prior commitment.
since
01
from a specific point in the past until the present time
Examples
He started studying medicine in 2005 and has been practicing as a doctor since.
The restaurant opened last year, and it has been popular since.
Examples
The settlement had vanished long since.
I've long since forgotten any Latin I ever learned.
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