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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So I’m very proud of Dev and everything he’s doing, and he’s telling his own stories as well in a way that I find really inspiring.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
In 2024, Cuellar was indicted for allegedly accepting $600,000 in bribes from a government-owned Azerbaijani oil and gas company as well as a bank headquartered in Mexico City.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
All three of the home’s bedrooms are found on the lower level, which is accessed via a “sculptural floating staircase,” including the spacious primary suite, as well as two “oversized” guest accommodations.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
A lot of South Africa's team are based in their own league as well - Burnley striker Lyle Foster is their only player from the Premier League or Championship.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
Some of them live on my street as well.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
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