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Such as vs. As such

Such as

/sʌtʃ æz/
Used to introduce examples of a particular group or kind

Examples:

He loves outdoor activities such as hiking.Tropical fruits, such as mangoes, are rich in vitamins.You can add spices such as cumin to the dish.

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As such

/æz ˈsʌtʃ/
A phrase used to emphasize the exactness of something or in itself

Examples:

I didn't see it as such a big problem.It's not the best meal but enjoyable as such.She wasn't late, as such, just delayed.

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This word has no antonyms

Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Such as is used to introduce examples of something more general. Think of it as a way to specify cases from a larger group.
  • As such is used to mean in itself or in its capacity, often to clarify a statement made previously.
  • Remember that such as gives more information about what precedes it, whereas as such refers back to the subject or condition previously mentioned.
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