here and there
Idioms-
In various places, as She's lived here and there, never for more than a year in one city . [c. 1300]
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In various directions, hither and thither, as in She turned her eyes here and there, looking for him in the audience . [Late 1200s] Also see here, there, and everywhere .
Example Sentences
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He boldly states his own views, swiping away a few contrary ones here and there.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
“They’re adding some benefits here and there but in general it’s getting more and more restrictive.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
Met Office data shows clear long-term temperature rises here and there has been plenty of warm, dry weather and sunshine in Scotland this summer.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
September was rocky in 2021 and 2022, but during the past few years, the index has managed to finish the month higher, despite some hiccups here and there.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
Mr. McGuire rushed here and there, checking that the lights and sound equipment were working properly.
From "The Cinderella Ballet Mystery: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #4" by Carolyn Keene
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