As much
the same or virtually the same. for example, he’s resigning? i thought as much means i thought he was doing just that. [ late 1300s ]
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- As much as
the same quant-ty as. as with as many (def. 2), the meaning of much as a large amount here is qualified by what follows. for example, please help yourself to as much of the meant as you want indicates whatever amount you wish. [ late 1100s ] also, however much, much as. even though, no […]
- As of
to the same degree, amount, or extent; similarly; equally: i don’t think it’s as hot and humid today as it was yesterday. for example; for instance: some flowers, as the rose, require special care. thought to be or considered to be: the square as distinct from the rectangle; the church as separate from the state. […]
- As one
also, as one man or woman. all together, unanimously. for example, the marchers shouted as one, “we shall overcome!” or they replied as one woman, “of course we’ll stay and help.” this term appeared in the bible (judges 20:8): “and all the people arose as one man.” [ late 1500s ] for synonyms, see with […]
- As regards
to the same degree, amount, or extent; similarly; equally: i don’t think it’s as hot and humid today as it was yesterday. for example; for instance: some flowers, as the rose, require special care. thought to be or considered to be: the square as distinct from the rectangle; the church as separate from the state. […]
- As right as rain
as right as rain modifier completely correct