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well

/ˈwɛl/ adverb A1
  1. Accurately, competently, satisfactorily. · He does his job well.· My RV runs well on diesel.
  2. Completely, fully. · I prefer a well done steak.· Cook the potatoes well to ensure they aren't tough.
  3. To a significant degree. · That author is well known.· A monument well worth seeing
  4. In a desirable manner; so as one could wish; satisfactorily; favourably; advantageously. · I'm glad Joe got fired last week. I think we're well rid of him.· October 10, 1714, Alexander Pope, letter to Joseph Addison All the world speaks well of you.

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“Yes, my dear father, and with your permission, now I have seen you, and know you are well and have all you require, I will ask your consent to go and pay a visit to the Catalans.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 18 · C1
“Very well, as far as I could judge from the sight of him.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 6 · C1
Well, you stand well with M.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 17 · C1
“Well, M.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 4 · C1

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