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Adverbial as it were has 1 sense
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Definitions from the Webas it wereDescription:Used as a phrase to emphasize that what is being said may not be entirely accurate or precise, but is being used for the sake of explanation or comparison. Examples:Sense 1: Like it was said or like it seemsShe was the leader, as it were, of our group - the one who always made the final decisions. Sense 2: Imaginary or hypotheticalHe claimed to have seen a ghost, or, as it were, a shadowy figure barely visible. Sense 3: In a wayAfter climbing to the top of the mountain, he felt a sense of accomplishment, as it were fulfilling a lifelong dream. Possible related products on Amazon: | ||||
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