as to

preposition

1
: as for, about
at a loss as to how to explain the error
2
: according to, by
graded as to size and color

Examples of as to in a Sentence

I'm in a quandary as to how to deal with the problem.
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Project engineers have even gone so far as to relocate coral in an effort to minimize environmental impact. New Atlas, 1 Mar. 2025 Despite the appeal, in the aftermath of the Southern California wildfires and the money that will need to be spent rebuilding, legislators in Sacramento may need further convincing as to why such a huge block of funds should be put aside for the arts. Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 1 Mar. 2025 Specific cultural requirements vary as to the species. Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2025 But at the same time, this is sparking suspicions in the viewers’ minds as to whether the contestants are just coming onto the show seeking attention or popularity. Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for as to

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of as to was in the 14th century

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“As to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/as%20to. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

as to

preposition
1
: with respect to : about
confused as to what happened
2
: according to sense 1
graded as to size

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