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as good as

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as good as

1. The same quality as; comparable to. Just use this toothpaste—it's as good as that fancy brand you usually get.

2. Essentially; nearly the same as. The turkey is as good as finished, so please start setting the table. I'm as good as grounded if I don't get home before my curfew.

See also: good

as good as

almost or nearly According to him, the report is as good as done. She owes me an apology - she as good as called me a liar.

See also: good

as good as

Practically; nearly: as good as new.

See also: good