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Such as vs. As such
Such as
/sʌtʃ æz/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/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 antonymsWays to tell them apart:
- 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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