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Definition further in American English

further adjective, adverb

adjective, adverb
/ˈfɜrðər/

Further can be used in the following ways:

as an adverb: She walked further up the hill.

after the verb “to be”: From our house to downtown is only six miles, but it’s further if you follow the river.

as an adjective (only before a noun): Further details are available from the office.

as a sentence adverb: We will not accept any work that is not of a satisfactory standard. Further, you will not be paid for such work.

Example

I don't want to drive any further today.

Example

The family had moved again, a hundred miles further west.

Example

Paul threw the ball further than Steve.

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Example

I would like to live further from the interstate.

Example

A little further ahead, you'll come to a crossroads.

Example

They're further back in the crowd.

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2

used for saying that something exists or happens more, or to a greater degree

Example

Matters were further complicated by the unexpected arrival of Stuart.

Example

Her health may worsen even further if she doesn't have the operation.

Example

The party was moving further and further away from its socialist principles.

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3

used for talking about an additional thing or amount

Example

No further steps have been taken to avoid the crisis.

Example

Further information is available from the secretary.

Example

I have nothing further to say on the subject.

Example

He says the company plans a further 100 stores.

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4.1

past a certain place or point

Example

The fog was so thick that I could see no further than the front gate.

Example

He had never progressed further than Grade 2 in his musical studies.

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4.2

used when saying how long before or after a particular time something is

Example

Most of the songs date back no further than the last century.

Example

His problems started a lot further back than his divorce.

Example

Six years further on and still there's been no decision.

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5

used for introducing another statement that you are adding to what you have just said, especially when you are trying to emphasize or prove something.

Example

The new service will be considerably more expensive. Further, it will only be available in certain areas.

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Definition further in American English