1
as in sufficiently
in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction
the elevator is big enough to hold everyone
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2
as in pretty
to some degree or extent
I can play the piano well enough, but I have no hope for a musical career
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as in quite
to a full extent or degree
I think we're prepared enough—we just lack the will to actually do it
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Recent Examples of enough
Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
The measure passed in a close vote after a series of changes as Wiener, its author, gathered enough support.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If the defense can do enough to push the Bills into the Super Bowl, no fan base would deserve that joyous moment more than Buffalo’s.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
Denver Nicks, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2025
Plus, it’s designed to be weather-resistant enough to hold up in light rain or wind.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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Adverb
With no team left with enough cap space, Grimes will be forced to sign a long-term deal with the Sixers or choose to go with the qualifying offer and enter unrestricted free agency next season.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
The measure passed in a close vote after a series of changes as Wiener, its author, gathered enough support.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Meanwhile, Glushon said city leaders, including Bass, aren't doing enough to address the concerns of Encino residents, saying the LAPD is woefully understaffed.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If the defense can do enough to push the Bills into the Super Bowl, no fan base would deserve that joyous moment more than Buffalo’s.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
To make for a more energy efficient and less nerve-racking exodus experience, once the line grows large enough, pulsing begins, wherein vehicles move in packs rather than lurch along at 5 mph.
—Denver Nicks, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2025
Plus, it’s designed to be weather-resistant enough to hold up in light rain or wind.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enough
Adverb
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Also consider whether your current home insurance policy sufficiently insures you financially in the event of extreme weather events that could destroy your home or possessions.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
16 Sep. 2025
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Kraus felt that her contributions to the coverage—a deeper theory as to why Maxwell was used as a scapegoat, with plenty of speculation about the past actions of Bill Clinton—weren’t being sufficiently recognized.—
Clare Malone,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Best Amazon Home Deals There are so many great finds in the general home category, like this pretty faux bouquet that’s perfect for fall and this dimmable candle warmer that features a timer.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Sep. 2025
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And there will be a pretty sweet view along with the Tuscan-style cuisine, too, with waterfront vistas stretching across the Bay from the full weatherized and heated patio.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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The real story of 1066 is quite interesting on its own terms, but King and Conqueror insists on adding a heavy dose of interpersonal drama.—
Will Collins,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Sep. 2025
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There is nothing quite like the thrill of spotting a dorsal fin slicing through open water or watching a pod leap through the surf beside your boat.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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His arrival on August 29 allowed sufficient time to make that first appearance as a 71st-minute substitute in a 3-0 win against Aston Villa on the eve of transfer deadline day.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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The traditional playbook of financial engineering and operational efficiency, while still vital, is no longer sufficient.—
Cristian Paun,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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To determine the sufficiency of the evidence, the appellate judges identified the reasonable inferences that could be drawn from the circumstances proved.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
19 Aug. 2025
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Tsangari doles out information cagily, turning over narrative cards with calculated delay, a bare sufficiency that undercuts her world-building in favor of point-making; the just-enough story is also a just-so story.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
8 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Finally, profits should be adequately reinvested in the company with the goal to support cash generation in time.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Beyond the considerable issue of adequately defending the potent Eagles offense, the Chiefs most obviously will seek to better protect Mahomes — who was sacked six times and pressured 16 times without the Eagles blitzing once.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
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While the entertainment industry has changed significantly in the last decade in terms of how people find and watch content, including sports, Espinoza said that boxing is undergoing a parallel transition that has made other sports seem relatively stable by comparison.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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But White Bear Lake’s defensive front held up relatively well for much of the night from there, keeping the Bears in the game.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
Adverb
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Power is delivered through a 9-speed transmission and fully variable all-wheel drive system.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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After the fire is fully contained, the next step is to control it.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Enough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enough. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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