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already
01
before the present or specified time
Examples
She had already left when I arrived.
By the time the show started, we had already found our seats.
1.1
sooner than expected or earlier than what is usual
Examples
It 's only September, and they 're selling Christmas decorations already?
He 's already finished his meal while I'm still eating.
02
used to indicate that an action has been completed, making repetition unnecessary
Examples
You do n't need to remind me. I already know.
No thanks, I already have a coffee.
Examples
The cake is already burning, turn off the oven!
She is already tired, and the meeting has n't even started.
already
Examples
Just tell me the answer already!
Hurry up already, we're going to be late!
