there
/ðɚ/ adverb A1- In or at a place or location (stated, implied or otherwise indicated) that is perceived to be away from, or at a relative distance from, the speaker (compare here). · I know Bristol quite well as I used to live there.· I looked in the cupboard and my keys were there!
- At that point, stage, etc., visualised as a distinct place. · He did not stop there, but continued his speech.· They patched up their differences, but matters did not end there.
- In a notional place where one will provide support or care; see also be there. · You know that I will always be there for you.
- In existence in some place. · I know that aliens are there, somewhere.
- In its correct position, so as to be fully and properly fitted or inserted. · If I just push this in here like this, it should .... Ah! Good! It's there!
- After the name of a person perceived as located 'away' from the speaker, used familiarly to indicate that person. · Jim there has been with the company for twenty years.
- In a notional place or situation of mental soundness and competence; see also all there. · I spoke to her, but she didn't make much sense. I don't think she's totally there.
- To or into a place or location; thither. · I've never been to Disneyland. Can we go there?
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“It is no use,” said the old man, “there is no wine.”
There’s a providence that watches over the deserving.
If you mean as responsible agent when you ask me the question, I believe there is nothing to say against him, and that you will be content with the way in which he has performed his duty.”
Oh, there are a lot more cherry-trees all in bloom!
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