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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see do, well.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- He tries hard to tell a good joke but, alas, he does not do it well.
- I did well on the first part of the exam, but totally messed up on the essay question.
Meaning relationships
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To take the prudent approach; to be advised.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: with-infinitive
Examples
- He would do well to listen more carefully to his wife.
Meaning relationships
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To benefit, to favour.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- The company did well by his family after he died.
Meaning relationships
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To succeed; to flourish.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Meaning relationships
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act in one's own or everybody's best interest
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- You will do well to arrive on time tomorrow!
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: had best
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: act, move
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Across languages
Translations
2 source translations are retained for this English entry.
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Danish:
gøre klogt i
— to take prudent approach; to be advised
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Danish:
gøre ret i
— to take prudent approach; to be advised