as is

ADJECTIVE

as it stands

Synonyms

WEAK

in its present condition just as it is just the same the same way

Example Sentences

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He said the accident wasn’t reported to the state, as is required by law.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Typically, Fed officials prefer to wait to see if big price increases in oil are reversed, as is usually the case.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Because OpenAI filed confidentially, as is customary these days, most investors will have to wait until closer to the IPO to see details of the company’s business including its finances.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Vanilla Ice and Milli Vanilli are still on for 26 June as is Flo Rida on 2 July.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

But as is the way with these encounters, Thom could not forget what he had seen, and every night he yearned for Grace, his heart aching anew.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo