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as in fine
in a satisfactory way
our current system for dividing household chores works well, so let's keep it
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as in generously
in a generous manner
a warm and gracious host who always treats guests well
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as in masterfully
in a skillful or expert manner
she plays the piano very well
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as in kindly
with good reason or courtesy
we cannot well get out of going to your cousin's wedding
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as in nicely
in a pleasing way
the day went well, despite the rough beginning
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as in perfectly
to a full extent or degree
we are well aware that this home renovation is going to be costly
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as in smoothly
without difficulty
he can well afford to spare the time
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as in source
a point or place at which something is invented or provided
his quirkily dysfunctional family proved to be a bottomless well of inspiration for the novelist
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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
my mother is quite well, thank you
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Recent Examples of well
Arika Herron, Axios, 1 Apr. 2025
Circle is best known as the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), the world’s second-largest stablecoin by market capitalization.
—Mackenzie Sigalos,tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 21 Mar. 2025
What is shocking, however, is how incredibly well those who were born this century have performed, especially when compared to many artists with much longer careers.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
In a rare moment of vulnerability, Xan then gives voice to the deep well of shame and self-hate that bubbles beneath his and his brother’s brutish veneer.
—Bartolomeo Sala, The Dial, 27 Mar. 2025
Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 13 Oct. 2023
This was not the first time Burgess mentioned how well life with their blended family is going.
—Daniel S. Levine, Peoplemag, 18 July 2023
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Adverb
These restaurants are best known for having a variety of meats cooked over an open flame and served tableside.
—Arika Herron, Axios, 1 Apr. 2025
Circle is best known as the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), the world’s second-largest stablecoin by market capitalization.
—Mackenzie Sigalos,tanaya MacHeel, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
Interjection
His time in the big leagues started so well he was chosen to start the 2024 All-Star Game, the fifth rookie to ever do so and the first No. 1 draft pick.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 21 Mar. 2025
What is shocking, however, is how incredibly well those who were born this century have performed, especially when compared to many artists with much longer careers.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
Coal ash contaminates groundwater and makes large amounts of land unavailable for development.
PINES, the town’s community group, formed in about 2003 when residents found heavy metals in their drinking wells.
—Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 29 Mar. 2025
In a rare moment of vulnerability, Xan then gives voice to the deep well of shame and self-hate that bubbles beneath his and his brother’s brutish veneer.
—Bartolomeo Sala, The Dial, 27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
Thanks for all the well wishes and prayers and hope to see you soon.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 13 Oct. 2023
This was not the first time Burgess mentioned how well life with their blended family is going.
—Daniel S. Levine, Peoplemag, 18 July 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well
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Every patron, from fisherman to tourists, gets along just fine.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
29 Mar. 2025
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Everything was going fine until my friend, Sarah (28F), showed up with her 7-month-old baby.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Egg hunt reservations are kindly requested, visit theinnatrsf.com.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Apr. 2025
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The public would take more kindly to her and have a softer approach to her endeavors.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Bridal clutches or small shoulder bags are hero items that be can carried post-ceremony to perfectly compliment any outfit, while also serving as an emergency carry-all.—
Sarah Zendejas,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2025
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His perfectly legal torpedo bats have barrels closer to the handle and have appeared in the hands of current Yankees Anthony Volpe, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Austin Wells, Paul Goldschmidt and Cody Bellinger.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2025
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And oh, the power play Imagine a recent season in which the Rangers, in a tie game, get three power plays over the final 9:14 of regulation, including a 24-second five-on-three.—
Arthur Staple,
New York Times,
3 Apr. 2025
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And, oh my God, the actors in that scene were so lovely and sweet and felt so bad.—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Constructed from Alexander Graham Bell’s simple tetrahedron cell, the Cygnet model consists of two equilateral paper triangles, connected and illuminated by a hidden light source.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Legendary is eyeing a 2026 production start, another source adds.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Born in China, Wang built his fortune with Bitcoin mining pools.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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Stock up on cute pool floats, or find an inflatable pool that’s big enough for a crowd.—
Maggie Griswold,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Justice for healthy relationships being the most romantic!—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Vulnerability is absolutely essential to healthy working relationships.—
Joe Altieri,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Shane Smith, a Danvers native who played at Governor’s Academy in Byfield, is also in Chicago’s rotation, and Mike Vasil, a former BC High great from Wellesley, is on the roster as well.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 Mar. 2025
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Salt works great for preserving soy sauce and pickles, but most people have a finite sodium consumption budget.—
Ali Bouzari,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Well.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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