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The missing pencil is somewhere in my desk.
What does Somewhere mean?
in or to an unknown or unnamed place.
Dictionary definition
In, at, or to a place that is not named exactly.
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Somewhere in a sentence
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We need somewhere quiet to read after lunch.
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The character knew the answer was somewhere in the old map, but not exactly where.
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What does somewhere mean?
Somewhere means in or to an unknown or unnamed place.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to somewhere?
Someplace is close in meaning to somewhere in this context.
Practice 3
Which word is a useful contrast for somewhere?
Nowhere contrasts with somewhere in this context.
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sum · wair · strongest beat: sum
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WordSomewhere.
Partadverb, pronoun.
MeaningSomewhere means in or to an unknown or unnamed place.
ExampleExample: The missing pencil is somewhere in my desk.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- sum · wair
- Strongest beat
- sum
- Ending
- wair
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sum.
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Synonyms
Words like Somewhere
someplaceA close word for an unspecified place.
a placeA simple phrase for an unnamed location.
anywhere nearbyUse when the exact place is not known.
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