as well as
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In as satisfactory or good a way as. For example, After the operation, she was supposed to walk around as well as she could without limping . [c. 1400]
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To the same extent as, as much as. For example, He is an excellent teacher as well as being a fine musician . [c. 1440]
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In addition to, as in The editors as well as the proofreaders are working overtime . [c. 1700]
Example Sentences
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At nine, I was impressed with my father’s athleticism as he scooped up my little brother during the pyrotechnics, as well as the colorful chaos itself.
From Salon • Jul. 3, 2026
Micron still manufactures its chips at a fab in Japan today, as well as at sites across the world — including in Taiwan, Singapore and, soon, at home in Boise.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 3, 2026
"Lighter lace material has made a comeback recently, as well as dresses with a chic multiway neck scarf."
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
The energy operations supply various fuels used for heating, cooking and transportation, including liquefied petroleum gas, biopropane and renewable dimethyl ether, as well as diesel oil and gasoline.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
I know Karly’s birthday as well as I know my own.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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