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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
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The country’s singular role in hiding Jews from their Nazi occupiers is well documented.
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Larry Luxner,
Sun Sentinel,
29 June 2026
Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
Probably the best movie produced by James’ side hustle was, well, Hustle, the 2022 Netflix movie starring Adam Sandler, Queen Latifah and real NBA veteran hooper Juancho Hernangómez as prospect Bo Cruz.
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Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
30 June 2026
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
Anything worth doing well takes practice, and practice takes time.
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Jann E. Freed,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
That's all well and good, and that's a huge part of the learning process.
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Bryant Reed,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Adverb
What works well for one organization may create operational strain for another, and leaders need to be honest about that from the start.
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Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The country’s singular role in hiding Jews from their Nazi occupiers is well documented.
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Larry Luxner,
Sun Sentinel,
29 June 2026
Interjection
Minions and Despicable Me 3 each finaled at $1 billion-plus at the global box office, with three other movies reaching near-billion levels (well north of $900M+ WW).
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Anthony D'alessandro,
Deadline,
30 June 2026
Probably the best movie produced by James’ side hustle was, well, Hustle, the 2022 Netflix movie starring Adam Sandler, Queen Latifah and real NBA veteran hooper Juancho Hernangómez as prospect Bo Cruz.
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Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
30 June 2026
Noun
Several brands now make tips designed to be removed, reshaped and reapplied, which extends the value of a single purchase well beyond one wear.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
Anything worth doing well takes practice, and practice takes time.
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Jann E. Freed,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
Adjective
Get well Dodger friend and may God bless you and your family.
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Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
That's all well and good, and that's a huge part of the learning process.
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Bryant Reed,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well
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Take Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, who have spent more than four decades proving that romance thrives just fine outside the chapel while raising a blended family.
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Still, Coffin is fine inviting them into the big tent with the rest of us, if only to show where the Hollywood blockbuster machine can find its next gear.
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Rooms at Opal are generously proportioned but still feel intimate and human-scale.
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Here are this week’s Independent Press Top 40 Bestsellers for fiction, based on sales in hundreds of independent bookstores nationwide, generously provided by the American Booksellers Association.
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While traditional tailoring and minimalist silhouettes dominated the red carpet, prospects masterfully personalized their looks.
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Son moved fast, especially up the left wing, and arced balls masterfully into the corners of the net.
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Gentle reflection strengthens your budget steadily and kindly.
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Guha has framed the research as a reason to look more kindly on foods rich in phytic acid.
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Unlike Substrate, xLight’s strategy is to play nicely within the existing ecosystem, developing technology that can integrate into rather than displace ASML’s and TSMC’s existing architectures.
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The kitchen is quite small but nicely renovated (the tile floors are lovely).
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All the President’s Men' (1976) Not only an American classic, but likely the only movie where a close-up of a busy typewriter is a perfectly satisfying ending.
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Cheesy, salty, and perfectly spicy, these Southern favorites will be the first snack snatched up at your gathering.
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Atlanta companies and commuters have adapted to the inevitable traffic and congestion of the World Cup, finding ways to keep business flowing smoothly while allowing their employees to experience a unique opportunity.
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However, the rush to launch sites that look as slick as iPhone ads has not always gone smoothly.
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Oh no, Armand’s got his spindly roots in the band!
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Zay, David Veleta and David Ziegner supported the increase, while commissioner Bob Deig voted no.
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