as . . . as

1. Also, so . . . as. Used with an adjective or adverb to show similarity or equality of one thing with another. The as . . . as construction appears in numerous similes, including the idioms as rich as Croesus, as big as life, as good as done. (In this book, when such idioms occur without the first as, they can be found under the adjective or adverb, rich as . . .; big as . . .; good as . . .; etc.; those that do not, like as far as, as long as, as well as, are found at as below.) The construction so . . . as is often preferred in negative statements like I couldn't sleep, not so much as a wink, a usage dating from the 1200s. Also see as far as.

Example Sentences

He said she was known around the world for her role as as Hyacinth Bucket - pronounced "bouquet" - because "everywhere people like laughing at the English".

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While Google’s Gemini has gained significant popularity since the beginning of this year, innovation will be key as as new features continuously pop up and vie for consumer attention.

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They also want to see more investment in "life essentials" such as as housing, transport, healthcare and education.

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Kelly: You said you started as as a forward - who was your idol?

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Some still see it as as a staffing issue.

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