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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
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
6 July 2026
The entrepreneur tells Fortune that economic performance, quality of life, and commitment to the organization all improves by paying workers better.
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Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
6 July 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
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
The new measure applies only to those using the public drinking water system for certain uses, and wouldn’t apply to people using private wells, canal water or an irrigation provider, city spokesperson Abby Haydin said.
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Idaho Statesman,
1 July 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
Shoulder season United and Delta aren’t alone, as airlines across the board are redeploying some of their biggest planes to maintain service to Europe for the full year or well into the offseason.
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Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
6 July 2026
The entrepreneur tells Fortune that economic performance, quality of life, and commitment to the organization all improves by paying workers better.
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Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
6 July 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
Russia’s war effort and its society have more or less relied on the same well of state cash in the past four years.
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Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
The new measure applies only to those using the public drinking water system for certain uses, and wouldn’t apply to people using private wells, canal water or an irrigation provider, city spokesperson Abby Haydin said.
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Idaho Statesman,
1 July 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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Brush generously with bulgogi glaze, then wrap each rack tightly in heavy-duty foil with 2 tbsp butter and an extra splash of bulgogi glaze.
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While writing Wayward Girls, I was inspired every day by the survivors of the Good Shepherd in Buffalo and other reform schools who generously shared their stories.
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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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Jodie Sweetin, who played the sarcastic middle child Stephanie Tanner across the series' eight-season run, recently looked back on the sitcom's original pilot, which featured a different actor in the role of kindly Tanner family patriarch Danny.
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Jacksonville Jaguars The approach James Gladstone took this offseason would be best described as unconventional, and that’s putting it kindly.
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When our expert reviewed it, the XPS 14 Premium's Intel Core Ultra 7 processor held up nicely in our performance tests, where the 32GB of RAM definitely came in clutch.
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As a bonus, this salad is make-ahead friendly, and the carrots soften nicely in the fridge for a day or two.
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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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But no, this is an actual phrase in the world of medicine, apparently used by obstetricians to inflict emotional harm on pregnant folks over the age of 35.
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And no, that was NOT OutKick or FOX who wrote that stupid headline.
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“Well.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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