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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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4
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
Miceala Morano, Arkansas Online, 19 May 2025
And chiropractic adjustments may also be helpful in preventing or treating some forms of arthritis, notes the Arthritis Foundation, and has been shown to improve immune function as well.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 May 2025
David O'Brien, New York Times, 8 May 2025
That’s where Williams can, well, set himself apart.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 May 2025
Ruth’s views did not hold any weight, but the fact that Fernanda’s well of knowledge and ideas about Heiss was so potent that at the mere mention of Prima’s love affair Fernanda had supplied the name herself . . .
—Lillian Fishman, New Yorker, 4 May 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
Michael Waddle, director of emergency management for Benton County, said high levels of ground saturation from rain paired with strong winds could result in more trees falling during Monday's storms as well.
—Miceala Morano, Arkansas Online, 19 May 2025
And chiropractic adjustments may also be helpful in preventing or treating some forms of arthritis, notes the Arthritis Foundation, and has been shown to improve immune function as well.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 19 May 2025
Interjection
Add injuries to the equation, including back and hamstring strains, and, well, things can go sideways.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 8 May 2025
That’s where Williams can, well, set himself apart.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Noun
The World War II-era well was capped over a decade ago, according to local outlets WWNO and Nola.com.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 May 2025
Ruth’s views did not hold any weight, but the fact that Fernanda’s well of knowledge and ideas about Heiss was so potent that at the mere mention of Prima’s love affair Fernanda had supplied the name herself . . .
—Lillian Fishman, New Yorker, 4 May 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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Two large males fit just fine, thank you very much.—
Jonny Lieberman,
Robb Report,
12 May 2025
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The middle of Toronto’s blue line is the strongest it’s ever been and matches up fine with Florida’s — but the lack of a true two-way No. 1 defenseman is apparent here.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Adverb
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The 2025 season did not start off too kindly for Scheffler.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
19 May 2025
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On a roster that has – to put it kindly – struggled to generate any sort of watchable or reliable offense with Curry sidelined, Kuminga has been a revelation.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
14 May 2025
Adverb
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My favorite looks, though, were always ones that perfectly encapsulated #MinnieStyle.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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Pascaline Chavanne’s costumes, especially Seberg’s wardrobe of minute cardigans and jaunty silk scarves, strike every note perfectly.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
18 May 2025
Interjection
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The ceiling is probably just an inch north of a league-average starting pitcher, but oh man, would that be a victory for the player, given what he’s gone through over his career.—
Eno Sarris,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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People talk about, oh, this is America versus China.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 May 2025
Noun
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The extraordinary source material is a profound inspiration to build a unique world that vibrates with life and death at the same time.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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During the speech, McLean mentioned uncertainty in federal funding sources while discussing affordability in Boise.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Trigg Kiser, whose mother Emilie Kiser is known for sharing lifestyle and vlog-style content, died May 18, days after being pulled from the pool, unconscious, and then hospitalized.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Equipped with steam rooms, saunas and a two-lane lap pool, this polished space is gearing up for WorldPride with IV drips, HydraFacials, and eye and lip perks all available before the parade begins on June 7th.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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But Prasad and Makary say the studies are needed to provide evidence that annual shots for healthy younger Americans are evidence-based.—
Michael Erman,
USA Today,
21 May 2025
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Change the water every day or two to keep the roots healthy.—
The New York Times,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 May 2025
Adverb
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Brexit didn’t work out great, but that wasn’t really Carney’s fault.—
Sean Collins,
Vox,
28 Apr. 2025
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Some feel that his father, NFL great and Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, has blame to shoulder.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Well.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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