as to

preposition

Synonyms of as tonext
1
: as for, about
at a loss as to how to explain the error
2
: according to, by
graded as to size and color

Synonyms of as to

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Examples of as to in a Sentence

I'm in a quandary as to how to deal with the problem.
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If there was any question as to whether the front office believes this Cubs team can do damage in the postseason, their trade deadline moves should quell those thoughts. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026 This kind of telescope is ideal for solar work, being a good size aperture to reveal fine detail, but not so large as to be severely affected by daytime atmospheric turbulence. — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026 But Sunday did provide a timely reminder as to Wrexham’s potential Achilles heel when up against a powerful striker. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 Nadella changed the company culture to emphasize collaboration and learning, as well as to value learning from failures when trying new things. — David Henkin, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for as to

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of as to was in the 14th century

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as to

preposition
1
: with respect to : about
confused as to what happened
2
: according to sense 1
graded as to size

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