How to Use as was in a Sentence

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• 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 | [e-mail], al, 19 Apr. 2023
• 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
• Lee Rogers was sensational on trombone, as was Tim White on trumpet.
  — Michael Andor Brodeur, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2024
• Synovus was high up on our list again, gaining 3.7%, as was Medical Properties Trust, which was up 3.6%.
  — al, 8 June 2023
• On Monday night, Rihanna was apparently missed (as was another music superstar, who’s about to go back out on tour).
  — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 8 May 2024

Last Updated: 5 Sep 2024