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here
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at a specific, immediate location
Examples
Stand here to see the full mural.
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used to announce someone's or something's arrival
Examples
Here comes the bus!
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used to present or hand over something
Examples
Here's the contract, sign at the bottom.
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in this specific case, matter, or context
Examples
The precedent does n't apply here because the circumstances differ.
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at this particular moment in a process, event, or discussion
Examples
Here in the experiment, we observe the chemical reaction reaching its peak.
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used to add urgency or force to a statement
Examples
Here now; that's enough arguing!
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used to reference life, the world, or the present state
Examples
What's the meaning of here and now?
here
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being the one immediately present or referred to, used for emphasis
Examples
I want you to try this here apple pie.
Here
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the current location or position of the speaker
Examples
Here smells like fresh coffee.
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the current stage or moment in a sequence
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Here in the debate is where we disagree.
03
existence in the current physical or temporal state
Examples
The here and the hereafter are topics of deep philosophy.
here
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used to make someone notice or focus on the speaker
Examples
Here, let me help you with that heavy box!
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used to tell a person or pet to come closer
Examples
" Here! " she called, patting her knee for the puppy to run over.
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used as a response to confirm attendance when one's name is called
Examples
When the teacher calls your name, do you say " Here! " or " Present! "?
