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here
01
at a specific, immediate location
Examples
Stand here to see the full mural.
She left her bag here yesterday.
02
used to announce someone's or something's arrival
Examples
Here comes the bus!
Here she is, the guest of honor!
03
used to present or hand over something
Examples
Here's the contract, sign at the bottom.
Here's a tip: always check the expiration date.
04
in this specific case, matter, or context
Examples
The precedent does n't apply here because the circumstances differ.
What we have here is a classic misunderstanding.
05
at this particular moment in a process, event, or discussion
Examples
Here in the experiment, we observe the chemical reaction reaching its peak.
Here we decide to stay or go.
06
used to add urgency or force to a statement
Examples
Here now; that's enough arguing!
Hey, I 'm trying to concentrate here!
07
used to reference life, the world, or the present state
Examples
What's the meaning of here and now?
We 're all just passing through here.
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.
Can you hand me that here wrench on the bench?
Here
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the current location or position of the speaker
Examples
Here smells like fresh coffee.
She prefers here to anywhere else.
02
the current stage or moment in a sequence
Examples
Here in the debate is where we disagree.
I've explained the basics, you take it from here.
03
existence in the current physical or temporal state
Examples
The here and the hereafter are topics of deep philosophy.
He believes happiness in the here is just as important as salvation.
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!
Here, take this umbrella; it's raining outside.
02
used to tell a person or pet to come closer
Examples
" Here! " she called, patting her knee for the puppy to run over.
Here, boy! Time for your walk!
03
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! "?
Say " Here! " when your name is called.
