'Already' in the Bible
The axe is already laid at the root of the trees; therefore every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.
but I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.
When it was evening, the disciples came to Him and said, “This place is desolate and the hour is already late; so send the crowds away, that they may go into the villages and buy food for themselves.”
But the boat was already a long distance from the land, battered by the waves; for the wind was contrary.
but I say to you that Elijah already came, and they did not recognize him, but did to him whatever they wished. So also the Son of Man is going to suffer at their hands.”
“Now learn the parable from the fig tree: when its branch has already become tender and puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near;