as well
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In addition, besides, also. For example, Mary is going to Italy and to France as well , or A fine conductor, he plays the violin as well . [1300s]
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With an equal or similar result, as in Since he can't get there in time, he might as well stay at home , or It's just as well that you came today, since Harry is here, too . [1400s]
Example Sentences
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For years, there’s been speculation about whether Goop will IPO or be acquired, as well as when it will become profitable.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
But any deal on the nuclear file will also need a pledge from Iran never to build a nuclear weapon, as well as agreement on how long it would be willing to suspend enrichment.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
The diagram shows the basis of the 18% figure, as well as one showing 46% chunk of jobs will see less immediate change:
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
Finding work is often dependent on references from previous jobs, so maintaining good relationships with employers, as well as the contractors who supply farm labor, is a matter of survival, they said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
He wanted to save them – but he knew as well as I did that we had to be silent.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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