well (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well (up)
Verb
  • Grove accused Good of trying to run over an ICE agent with her car, though video evidence also contradicts that claim.
    David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 28 Jan. 2026
  • Kenneth Branagh starred as the eponymous police inspector in a British TV version, running over 2008-16.
    Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Add thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and porcini mushrooms; bring to a boil over high heat.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Stir in vegetable stock, tomatoes, ketchup, and Worcestershire; bring to a boil over medium-high.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026
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“Well (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well%20%28up%29. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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