Lately and Late

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Lately adverb - Not long ago.

Usage example: have you been listening to the radio much lately?

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Late is a synonym for lately in near topic. In some cases you can use "Late" instead an adverb "Lately". popular alternative

Nearby Words: late, lateness

Late adverb - Not long ago.

Usage example: the actress, late of New York but now of Los Angeles, is being eagerly sought for film roles

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Lately is a synonym for late in near topic. You can use "Lately" instead an adverb "Late". popular alternative

Nearby Words: lately, lateness

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