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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
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
The used car market follows the new market, where Tesla has also initiated price cuts to better compete.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025
Lecturing other nations on freedom while advocating restrictions at home is, well, duplicitous.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
Saul Elbein, The Hill, 10 Mar. 2025
If the house is on a well or a septic system, those must be found to be in good working order.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 6 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
Another interesting aspect of this cast is the first season of the show featured Cousins as well.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
The used car market follows the new market, where Tesla has also initiated price cuts to better compete.
—Ramishah Maruf, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
Interjection
As their name suggests, supermassive black holes are, well, very massive—most are more than one million times the mass of our sun.
—Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Mar. 2025
Lecturing other nations on freedom while advocating restrictions at home is, well, duplicitous.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025
Noun
The region has only six stations to monitor air quality across 86,000 square miles of wells, many of which are venting toxic chemicals 24 hours a day, according to a report by Oilfield Witness.
—Saul Elbein, The Hill, 10 Mar. 2025
If the house is on a well or a septic system, those must be found to be in good working order.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 6 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
Adverb
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The shirt that starts out fine but rides up as the night goes on.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
17 Mar. 2025
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More importantly, the Senators’ defence held up fine against the Leafs.—
Julian McKenzie,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Prior to Three’s Company, John Ritter has the recurring role of kindly Reverend Matthew Fordwick on The Waltons.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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From a photograph on my nightstand, Maria sipped a cup of coffee and kindly gazed at me.—
Norma Meyer,
Orange County Register,
12 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Just like in racing, where every component must be perfectly tuned, in tailoring, the fit and craftsmanship make all the difference.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Is there a movie genre more perfectly suited to the couch co-op treatment than the teen slasher?—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
Interjection
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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
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And while a preshow video displayed a parade of hairstyles that have come and gone — oh, the mullet era! — the big white cowboy hat remains.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
8 Mar. 2025
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The 22-year-old also went to the beach with investigators and his lawyers, the source said.—
Aicha El Hammar Castano,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2025
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According to market sources, Mugler has held talks with Freitas to join the brand, owned since 2019 by French beauty giant L’Oréal, and best known for its popular fragrances Angel and Alien.—
Miles Socha,
WWD,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Guests can unwind with rejuvenating spa treatments, including body scrubs, massages and facials, while enjoying the serene atmosphere by the outdoor pool or on the beach.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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The pool quickly became a family affair and a huge part of Haggerty’s childhood.—
Natalie Bennett,
NBC News,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Nearly 40% of employees have cried at work in the past month, according to a new survey from Modern Health--an organization determined to create a healthier, more resilient workforce with personalized high-quality care.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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The current ideal of a healthy, comfortable coupling has not been essential to the survival of the species.—
Jaron Lanier,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Among those who've paid tribute to the late boxing great include fellow fighter Mike Tyson, who shared a message on his X account.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Congrats to Alcantara, at least, who deserves to be traded to a team that cares about winning instead of pitching great but losing because his hitters are swinging pool noodles instead of bats.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Well.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.
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