Definitions

as

[az, uhz] / æz, əz /

CONJUNCTION

while, when

Synonyms

WEAK

at the time that during the time that in the act of in the process of just as on the point of

CONJUNCTION

in the way that; to a degree

Synonyms

STRONGEST

equally similarly to the same degree

STRONG

being like

WEAK

acting as by its nature comparatively essentially functioning as in the manner that in the same manner with just for serving as

CONJUNCTION

because

Synonyms

STRONGEST

because since

STRONG

being cause now

WEAK

as long as considering for for the reason that inasmuch as seeing that whereas

PREPOSITION

in the role of

Synonyms

STRONG

being

WEAK

in the character of under the name of

ADVERB

for example

Synonyms

STRONGEST

for example for instance such as

STRONG

Usage

What are other ways to say as? The conjunctions as and since suggest a reason for an occurrence or action, but they are so casual as to imply merely circumstances attendant on the main statement: As (or since) I was tired, I was sleeping. Because introduces a direct reason: I was sleeping because I was tired. The reason, proof, or justification introduced by for is like an afterthought or a parenthetical statement: I was famished, for I had not eaten all day. The more formal inasmuch as implies concession; the main statement is true in view of the circumstances introduced by this conjunction: Inasmuch as I was tired, it seemed best to sleep.

Example Sentences

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Last year, he didn’t re-sign with the Chargers until just before the start of free agency as he mulled whether to return or retire.

From Los Angeles Times

When it started, the facility, which Shchukina proudly regards as a pioneer for weight-loss surgery in the country, was hardly receiving any clients.

From BBC

"We didn't have any agreements in place," Gini explains, "she could have walked away as soon as everything happened."

From BBC

Scientists are interested in these areas of deep water and steep mountains because they can funnel nutrient-rich water up to the surface, providing feeding grounds for animals or as fishing spots.

From BBC

Oscar-frontrunner Jessie Buckley has said acting is "like water to me" as she spoke about how passion for her craft helped her overcome an eating disorder and depression as a teenager.

From BBC

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