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Modifiers can be added to “as... as” comparisons
to make them more detailed or to add emphasis.
“AS... AS” COMPARISONS WITH MODIFIERS
FURTHER EXAMPLES
This has a very similar meaning to “almost as” but contrasts
the difference rather than comparing the similarity.
Emphasizing equality.
Comparing similarity.
Specific degree of difference.
Emphasizing difference.
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