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

Istanbul's port authorities are closely monitoring the situation, as is the Indian consulate, which is trying to secure the sailors' repatriation.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Because Anthropic 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. 1, 2026

Mushie is among them, as is Songololo, now an adult.

From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer