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[()·らい()]
irai
noun, adverb

English Meaning(s) for 以来

noun, adverb
  1. since; henceforth

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.
From that day forth he lived with the boy.
He has never been heard of since.
He has taken to drinking since the death of his wife.
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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