How to Use as was in a Sentence

as was

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Definition of as wasnext
  • The score was tied 1-1, as was the race for the Golden Boot.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2024
  • There was no bad blood between the teams, as was the case in years past.
    — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2023
  • Just as was the case in Tuesday's 7-2 loss, the Brewers struck first on a two-run home run.
    — Todd Rosiak, Journal Sentinel, 31 May 2023
  • But the bad guys were once again wholly mortal, as was the case in Season Three.
    — Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 21 Jan. 2024
  • Or, as was the case with one of the two quakes in question, a meteoroid impact.
    — Stephanie Mlot, PCMAG, 25 Apr. 2023
  • At least three women and three men were killed, as was a child who was under 7 years old, the statement said.
    — Doha Madani, NBC News, 16 Apr. 2023
  • Ayoub, who was in the car in front, was wounded as was the mother of the three children, who were between 10 and 14 years old.
    — Summer Said, WSJ, 6 Nov. 2023
  • Meyer’s home also was searched, as was the home of a city council member.
    — Jon Swaine, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2023
  • The final touch-ups were completed by hand, as was the meticulous paint job.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 26 May 2023
  • When an entire season runs six to eight episodes, there’s no need for a dozen or more writers on staff as was the norm for decades of episodic shows.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 30 Apr. 2023
  • Adjusting the deck height was super easy, as was the propelling speed.
    — Kat De Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2023
  • Claunch, as was reported earlier this month, is leaving his job as Nicholls State’s head coach to join the Tide’s bench.
    — Mike Rodak | [email protected], al, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Zambada’s lawyer, Frank Perez, told The Times that his client had brought only a few men along to the meeting, as was often his custom.
    — Keegan Hamilton, Los Angeles Times, 1 Aug. 2024
  • But as was common in that era, a cover version by a white group, The Diamonds, became the bigger hit.
    — Paul Grein, Billboard, 19 Aug. 2024
  • Through the first nine games, with the Packers 3-6, protecting the ball was an issue as was Love's accuracy.
    — Christopher Kuhagen, Journal Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2024
  • As a result, readers of the second-generation post are misled, as was the case here.
    — Nate Trela, USA TODAY, 28 Apr. 2023
  • As a result, readers of the second-generation post are misled, as was the case here.
    — Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 3 May 2023
  • The home was largely destroyed, as was a vehicle, Portillo said.
    — Lyndsay Winkley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2023
  • The home was largely destroyed, as was a vehicle, Portillo said.
    — Lyndsay Winkley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2023
  • The value of the lira, meanwhile, was at a historic low—as was Erdoğan’s approval rating.
    — Leif Wenar, WIRED, 2 Apr. 2024
  • But, as was the case with the war in Ukraine, President Biden isn’t getting much personal kudos for his handling of the crisis.
    — Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2023
  • The music on the album was both exciting and groundbreaking, as was the way the recording was delivered.
    — Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 1 June 2023
  • There was some hope from businesses that parks would stay open, as was the case during the last shutdown that ended in January 2019.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2023
  • Being able to use the grill's warming rack was neat, as was being able to griddle with the lid closed, a task that most outdoor griddles aren't capable of.
    — goodhousekeeping.com, 1 June 2023
  • Dean Kilpatrick was killed on impact, as was Steve Gaines, but his sister Cassie lived a short time longer before succumbing to blood loss.
    — Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 5 Mar. 2023
  • Four construction officials were charged in the scheme, as was a former NYPD commander who had known the mayor for decades.
    — Jake Offenhartz, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2023
  • Prior to our relationship, I was divorced, as was my boyfriend.
    — Annie Lane, oregonlive, 9 Aug. 2023
  • The recent Beyoncé dance party was a huge success, as was an ode to Taylor Swift.
    — Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Soon, however, Youqin was sent to the countryside for physical labor, as was done to a great many Chinese.
    — Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 11 Apr. 2023
  • Alex Killorn was also in the lineup, as was defenseman Mikhail Sergachev.
    — Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press, 14 Apr. 2023

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