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as much

Idioms

The same or virtually the same. For example, He's resigning? I thought as much means I thought he was doing just that. [Late 1300s] Also see as much as.

Example Sentences

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Beekeepers across the country reported losing as much as 62% of their managed honeybee colonies in 2025, raising serious concerns about food production.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

The e-commerce giant announced Monday afternoon that it will invest $5 billion in Anthropic currently and as much as $20 billion more down the line.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

By automating many of the next steps, including logistics between doctors and staff, the company shortened initial treatment time by as much as 88 minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

I kept my ears and heart open as much as I could.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

He said as much to himself each and every day.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

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