1
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
Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
The team also found that such cells worked best when manufactured at 842°F (450 °C), which prevented gold atoms from diffusing (a common issue that harms performance).
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2025
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Oct. 2025
Dak Prescott carried this team This offense has had to play at an elite level to get a win and a tie this season with a supporting defense that, well, doesn’t support.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025
Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The Town of Campbell, outside of La Crosse, also discovered widespread PFAS contamination of private wells, likely stemming from the use of firefighting foam at the La Crosse Regional Airport, which inhabits a portion of the small island in between the Black and Mississippi Rivers.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Alison Herman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2024
In an interview with BBC Radio 4, Wilson’s cousin and bandmate Love, 83, assured fans that all is well, and that the latest legal decisions have not affected their bond.
—Rachel Desantis, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
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Adverb
The church is now a regular part of American religious life, perhaps best exemplified by Romney’s rise to the cusp of the presidency over a decade ago.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
The team also found that such cells worked best when manufactured at 842°F (450 °C), which prevented gold atoms from diffusing (a common issue that harms performance).
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2025
Interjection
And well, Kate Middleton is a big part of Prince William’s life.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 3 Oct. 2025
Dak Prescott carried this team This offense has had to play at an elite level to get a win and a tie this season with a supporting defense that, well, doesn’t support.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025
Noun
Twenty years later, after the Taliban again seized control following the chaotic withdrawal of Western forces in 2021, many wondered how long the internet, and its vast well of vice, would be allowed to remain.
—Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The Town of Campbell, outside of La Crosse, also discovered widespread PFAS contamination of private wells, likely stemming from the use of firefighting foam at the La Crosse Regional Airport, which inhabits a portion of the small island in between the Black and Mississippi Rivers.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The witch’s magic is still MIA, but her attitude is well and truly back.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2024
In an interview with BBC Radio 4, Wilson’s cousin and bandmate Love, 83, assured fans that all is well, and that the latest legal decisions have not affected their bond.
—Rachel Desantis, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well
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Though the album’s genres are superficially diverse—you’ll hear flashes of grunge, trap, and, yes, reggae—its arrangements could work fine as royalty-free background music for content creators.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
3 Oct. 2025
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The league constitution grants Goodell the authority to fine, suspend or even terminate the contract of a coach for conduct detrimental to the league.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Take the generously sized central area, for example.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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But ending the night in your generously sized room, complete with stunning water and city views, high-design furniture and plush carpeting, is just as indulgent.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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There are multiple styles too, like those in which the handles swapped leather for shiny metals, adding a contemporary twist and masterfully pairing with the models’ midi skirts, playful outerwear clad in primary colors, and preppy tailoring.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
30 Sep. 2025
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The collector sought letters, manuscripts and research by Turner's predecessors, contemporaries, champions and even an art student who could masterfully copy his pieces.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
26 Sep. 2025
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In other words, Steve is a lot to play, and the Oscar-winner throws himself into every forlorn expression, every kindly mentoring session, every manic bit of rushing to and fro as chaos reigns around him, every stumbling step toward self-medicating into oblivion.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
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To put it kindly, Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette has struggled this season.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Even in stormy weather, this stain-resistant set still holds up nicely.—
Michelle Lau,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
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In traditional South Floridian fashion, all the units have a nicely sized porch as well, perfect for watching the sunset.—
Teaghan Skulszki,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
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Daria stared at the arrangement of perfectly circular reddish bruises on the woman’s back, exposed by her halter top.—
Catherine Lacey,
New Yorker,
5 Oct. 2025
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So, spending your free time on a massive project for your crush seems perfectly reasonable.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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Gameplay is rendered smoothly thanks to a rapid 240Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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From bin handling and fastening to tool changeouts, the system is adaptable and continuously learns from new tasks, integrating smoothly into existing workflows without the need for cages or retrofits.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Oct. 2025
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Some workers, whose programs have alternative funding sources, continue to be paid on time.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
8 Oct. 2025
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Add PCMag as a preferred source on Google.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Oct. 2025
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