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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As well as questions around his commitment, there are also claims of dressing-room tension and frustration bubbling beneath the surface.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
As well as those competing, many have lined the pavement to cheer on family and friends taking part.
From BBC • May 3, 2026
As well as not being warned about side effects by the doctor who prescribed her the drugs for RLS, Sally was also never monitored for the development ofthese side effects.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
As well as acting, he has starred on X-factor and was runner-up on I'm A Celebrity...
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
As well as banning women from singing in church, the Church authorities in Rome in the early seventeenth century had issued a prohibition on opera.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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