as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
a doctor who is now quite well-to-do as a result of his successful medical practice
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Recent Examples of well-to-do
Tennis has often been used as cinematic shorthand for a leisure activity among the well-to-do, and A Room with a View showcases this better than most.
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2025
The Land of Long White Cloud is considering relaxing some restrictions and will allow some well-to-do investors to snag property in the country, Bloomberg reported on Friday.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2025
The two-level Royal Loft Suite is geared especially for well-to-do passengers with two bedrooms, a baby grand piano, a private Jacuzzi and panoramic views out of the two-level windows.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2025
Thus, gilt has been applied to all manner of ornaments and architectural detailing in the homes of the historical well-to-do.
—Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2025
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2025
The Land of Long White Cloud is considering relaxing some restrictions and will allow some well-to-do investors to snag property in the country, Bloomberg reported on Friday.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 2025
The two-level Royal Loft Suite is geared especially for well-to-do passengers with two bedrooms, a baby grand piano, a private Jacuzzi and panoramic views out of the two-level windows.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2025
Thus, gilt has been applied to all manner of ornaments and architectural detailing in the homes of the historical well-to-do.
—Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-to-do
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The scandal exposed how some wealthy families cheated and bribed to secure spots for their children at elite universities, sparking nationwide outrage over denied opportunities for more deserving students.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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In this creative director, Balenciaga’s parent company Kering has nabbed for itself a top couturier with a pent-up following of wealthy people who will freely spend.—
Sarah Mower,
Vogue,
3 Oct. 2025
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One way is when iron-rich rock is exposed to high temperatures and acidic conditions, but neither are evident in the area around Cheyava Falls.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The story has too many rich details to be a lie, and Marlon knows something of woe too.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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Fasano Sardegna, located 15 miles south from the Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, will replicate the character of JHSF’s existing developments and unique holistic approach to catering to the affluent lifestyle.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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Initially, Alex Pou worked closely with a Coconut Grove youth-football team, known as the Redskins, whose players were often poached by affluent youth-football leagues from outside the area.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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