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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It’s used to determine eligibility for certain tax deductions and credits, as well as certain government benefits and surcharges, according to Fidelity.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 22, 2026
They say they are increasing maximum maintenance loans and reintroducing maintenance grants to help with living costs, as well as working with universities and councils to improve access to student housing.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
These data come on top of detailed second-quarter German GDP data on Tuesday and French GDP data on Friday, as well as a number of sentiment surveys.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
Even front-of-the-house sound engineer as well as our in-ear monitors, everybody is playing a part.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Usherings had been going as well as ever.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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