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Heretofore

Verb / ˌhɪrtʌˈfɔ:r / Another word for heretofore — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

up until now; until this time

Synonyms & similar words

hitherto tilnow yet untilnow uptonow sofar asyet thusfar previously formerly hitherto before earlier once erewhile erstwhile heretofore already heretofor antecedently heretofore heretoforetime heretoforetime heretoforetime heretoforetime heretoforetime heretoforetime

Example sentences

  1. Heretofore, I had never tried sushi.
  2. The heretofore unknown author has just released a best-selling book.
  3. Heretofore, we have always had Thanksgiving at Grandma's house.
  4. The heretofore undiscovered species was finally found in the jungle.
  5. Heretofore, I had always been afraid of heights.

Quotes

  • 'Heretofore, you have been able to operate in obscurity; that is going to change,' said Representative John Dingell.
  • 'Heretofore, the universe has given us a free ride,' said Paul Davies.
  • 'Heretofore, the notion of a third party has been dismissed,' said Ross Perot.

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