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[い(以)·らい(来)]
irai
noun, adverb

English Meaning(s) for 以来

noun, adverb
  1. since; henceforth
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Definition and Synonyms for 以来

Henceforth from this time forth
Synonyms: これから, 今から, 以来
Henceforth from now on
Synonyms: これから, 今から, 以来

Meanings for each kanji in 以来

» by means of; because; in view of; compared with
» come; due; next; cause; become

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Sample Sentences for 以来

Tom has had trouble with his left eye ever since the accident.
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From that day forth he lived with the boy.
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He has never been heard of since.
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He has taken to drinking since the death of his wife.
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This is the best thing since sliced bread! I don't know what the best thing was before sliced bread, however.
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