As-good-as Sentence Examples

He tasted as good as he smelled.

I don't mind trying to make your day as good as you make mine.

Poor Maria, as good as she is, can't be much help on the phone if she don't speak the language.

The engraving is as good as ever.

Last night was as good as it had ever been with them.

But in those troubled days their title was as good as any to be found in India.

Austria now proposed the terms named above with the addition that the Confederation of the Rhine must be dissolved, and that Prussia should be placed in a position as good as that which she held in 1805, that is, before the campaign of Jena.

That this evidence is not as good as that for the miracles of Jesus must be conceded, as much of it is of much later date than the events recorded.

What requires explanation is not the imperfection of actual images so much as the possibility of their being as good as we find them.

She's as good as many a man!

Well, maybe our reason isn't as good as we think.

The advantage of approximate bisection lies in the superior brilliancy of the surviving spectra; but in any case the compound grating may be considered to be perfect in the longer interval, and the definition is as good as if the bisection were accurate.

His private record was not as good as his public. In December 1660 he admitted to having contracted, under discreditable circumstances, a secret marriage with Anne Hyde (1637-1671), daughter of Lord Clarendon, in the previous September.

One of the points which he constantly pressed, with eventual success, was that the terms of Government employment should be as good as those offered by the best private firms. In the controversy with the House of Lords he openly proclaimed himself a Single-Chamber man.

A good quality of oilbetter in fact than the Ohio product, but not as good as that of Pennsylvania-was accidentally found at Corsicana, Navarro county, about 1894, and in 1898 it was discovered at a depth of 1040 ft.

The Latin doctors by arguments as good as those usually put forth in such controversies have no difficulty in proving that Christ instituted all seven.

The German divisions, on the other hand, were rarely as good as the rest.

The lowest seam is the best, and this is as good as English steam coal.

Coal has been found in the neighbourhood of Cowie Harbour and elsewhere, but though its quality is believed to be as good as that exported from Dutch Borneo, it is not yet known whether it exists in payable quantities.

Thus a shipper of cattle is not entitled to have the extra wages and provisions of his cattlemen on board, nor the extra fodder consumed by the cattle during the stay at a repairing port, made as good as G.A.

As a satirist and observer he is simply the "Cooper who 's written six volumes to prove he's as good as a Lord" of Lowell's clever portrait; his enormous vanity and his irritability find vent in a sort of dull violence, which is exceedingly tiresome.

Their flesh is as good as that of the fat sheep of Castile.

Whether the race-horse of to-day is as good as the stock to which he traces back has often been disputed, chiefly no doubt because he is brought to more early maturity, commencing to win races at two years instead of at five years of age, as in the days of Childers and Eclipse; but the highest authorities, and none more emphatically than the late Admiral Rous, have insisted that he can not only stay quite as long as his ancestors, but also go a good deal faster.

Systematic breaking begins at about the age of two years, and the method of subduing a colt by " galvayning " is as good as any.

Aw well, you and your best friend just aren't as good as The Jake.

He fights almost as good as you and has a low tolerance for bullshit.

Mom brought me a Uriah Heep album she acquired from somewhere called firefly but it is not as good as their earlier stuff.

I guarantee that if you have studied these few pages you will be just as good as the best hypnotist in the World.

Happy Birthday dear Tea Bag... But does it make a cuppa quite as good as good old loose leaf?

With songwriting as good as this, it remains a mystery as to why Shaznay ' s solo album was largely ignored.

Yes, we are not now facing scoundrels as good as Robert Boothby and Quentin Hogg.

Now when she's there she's as good as gold, quiet, doesn't move, just snuggles up between us.

Direction, music and cinematography are all top-notch and the effects are as good as anything you'll see come out of Hollywood.

The night was clear but rather windy, and wasn't as good as the previous night for calling birds.

While men often yearn for the latest gadgets on their new bike, women want it to look as good as it rides.

A farmer is as good as any other man; and where there's no room for a farmer, there can be no room for me.

They knew that the master would be as good as his word.

The boys looked at her and wondered if the master would really be as good as his word.

We look at antique furniture today and say, "Man, they sure don't make stuff as good as they used to."

It would cost a million dollars and not even be as good as a Chevy.

What if a manufactured steak was as good as the best steak you have ever had?

In the savage state every family owns a shelter as good as the best, and sufficient for its coarser and simpler wants; but I think that I speak within bounds when I say that, though the birds of the air have their nests, and the foxes their holes, and the savages their wigwams, in modern civilized society not more than one half the families own a shelter.

We should be as good as the worthies of antiquity, but partly by first knowing how good they were.

For four months in the year its water is as cold as it is pure at all times; and I think that it is then as good as any, if not the best, in the town.

They told me that they had some in the ice-houses at Fresh Pond five years old which was as good as ever.

It is not so important that many should be as good as you, as that there be some absolute goodness somewhere; for that will leaven the whole lump.

Bring us nice news of a victory by the Archduke Karl or Ferdinand (one archduke's as good as another, as you know) and even if it is only over a fire brigade of Bonaparte's, that will be another story and we'll fire off some cannon!

It was one of the millions of proposals, one as good as another, that could be made as long as it was quite unknown what character the war would take.

A little ripply, cool breeze begun to blow, and that was as good as saying the night was about done.

Although this does n't look over luxurious, as far as sidewinder trawlers went this was about as good as it got.

Now when she 's there she 's as good as gold, quiet, does n't move, just snuggles up between us.

The night was clear but rather windy, and was n't as good as the previous night for calling birds.

You may be a great consultant, but the next few people you hire could very well not be as good as you are, and clients will notice the difference.

Enhanced definition uses digital signals at 480p resolution, about as good as a DVD, but less than high definition.

Many vets now feel that commercial cat foods (i.e. the kinds you purchase in grocery stores) are not as good as they were once considered, and will recommend that you buy your cat food at a specialized pet store.

The holidays never looked as good as a fresh wreath.

The crispness and the great color of your monitor are only as good as the video card that you're using too.

If you feel the price isn't as good as it can be, don't settle for buying it just because it's on sale a little bit.

It's not as good as trying on the real thing and checking the mirror, but in a pinch, it'll suffice.

The screen is 3.5 inches, it is not a widescreen, and the resolution (480 pixels by 272 pixels) is not as good as pricier models.

Its resolution is 800 pixels by 480 pixels and its video performance is as good as or even better than other PMPs.

A kitty condo is only as good as its base.

Although pet insurance for cats can be a real life saver in certain situations, it's only as good as the policy you purchase, so be prepared to do plenty of research and ask a lot of questions before you commit to a plan.

And yes, even the most highly regarded commercial brands are turning out not to be as good as advertised.

Any beverage is only as good as the ingredients used to prepare it.

However, these deals are not as good as they seem.

Many home stores carry these types of cushions, but the selection is rarely as good as the selection of accent and toss cushions.

Quite often the discounts are just as good as if you went in to the store.

The selection isn't always as good as regular retail stores, but the low prices often make up for it.

Once you have the right patio furniture parts you can make your outdoor furniture look as good as new.

In most cases, you can make your outdoor furniture look as good as new using replacement parts, the right tools and basic do-it-yourself skills.

It's important to remember when shopping at outlet stores that the selection will not be as good as the regular retail locations.

Although some homeowners may be concerned that the cleaning and disinfect power of their cleaning products would be diminished, green cleaning products are often just as good as their toxin laden counterparts.

As an example of the product's quality, at the World Fair in New York in 1939, over nine million people walked on a Karastan rug, and the company was still able to clean it up as good as new.

A painting is only as good as the canvas underneath, so you have to prepare your face for makeup with a thorough wash and moisturizing treatment.

The drug store brands are every bit as good as the high-end department store brands.

While some experts maintain that the quality of MAC's mini brushes are not quite as good as the full sized versions, the brush sets still offer a good value at a great price.

This isn't as important if you're buying a copy of a classic novel, because the 1978 printing is just as good as the 2005 one.

The deals are as varied and just as good as coupons you'd find to use in traditional stores.

FlashArcade is a lower end online game site, but while the graphics aren't quite as good as the one at GamezHero, the action and controls are good enough that the game is still very fun.

Although the graphics are not as good as some of the later versions of the EA game, you can still have a lot of fun with the characters.

But when you act relaxed, confident, and happy, your date is likely to be a success even if the food doesn't taste as good as you'd hoped.

Many teens that contemplate on dropping out of school look at the GED as something easy to fall back on and think it is just as good as a diploma.

One or two close friends is just as good as a clique, and having many friends from all sorts of different social groups is always fun as well.

With luck, your dress will be worn again by someone special and look as good as it did when you first wore it.

Look the part by choosing a beautiful and stylish mother of the bride gown that makes you feel as good as you look.

After they get used to the idea, guests will likely be delighted at your choice, especially if you pick a cake that tastes just as good as it looks.

When someone has low self-esteem, he feels anxious when he is not as good as someone else is.

Overcast winter light has been shown to be just as good as light box light.

It's not a frosting that tastes as good as marshmallow fondant or buttercream, but its decorating potential is significant.

In most cases, used pans are just as good as new pans.

A display that's too big can feel overwhelming and may not look as good as a design that's more focused.

The Hollywood culture is so obsessed with beauty that it can push a person to undergo treatments in an attempt to look as good as he or she did five, 10 or 20 years ago.

Helen Hunt - The Best Actress Award was bestowed on her for her role in As Good as It Gets in 1998.

Finally, the special finishing techniques like pinching and sandblasting create a finished garment that feels as good as it looks.

An institution is only as good as its educators and its programs.

While you obviously want to try and make yourself look as good as possible, you also don't want to tell them what they can find in other parts of your application.

Europe. There are fine old trees in many of England seats in all parts of the south of the country, though excepting in the warmer counties, the fruit is not as good as on the Continent of Europe.

I find the native racemosum as good as any.

The finish and the pick guard make this bass guitar look as good as guitars that cost ten times as much.

While they typically don't sound as good as some larger, more expensive amps, practice amps are a great choice because they can typically produce a wide variety of sounds from very clean to very distorted.

No matter what style you play or what kind of guitar you have, you'll never get as good as you want to be without a lot of hard work.

Now make sure you keep your guitar well maintained by changing your strings when they become dead so your guitar will always sound as good as possible.

A coat of paint or stain will have them looking as good as new.

A simple reglazing may be all your porcelain tub needs to look as good as new, with process applications to eliminate the blemishes.

Keep in mind, however, that your flooring will only look as good as its installation.

Now you can paint it to complete the repair, making the wall look as good as new.

A great deal is only as good as the company standing behind the guarantee.

If you find a loose end, simply secure it with a stitch, and it is as good as new.

With gentle care, an opal ring can look as good as new for years to come.

By selecting a suit from retailers who understand your special sizing needs, you can get a suit that makes you look as good as you feel.

You may not think much of socks, believing, like many do, that one pair is as good as any other, but once you see the attention to detail and technically advanced features of this particular sock, you may be forced to change your opinion.

The Oakton brand men's shorts were as good as the similar-looking khaki shorts that were being sold at Banana Republic, but cost a fraction of that price.

A man who likes to mix it up and shop vintage can find trench coats from decades ago that look just as good as those that are brand-new.

Its aim was to provide consumers with an organic liquid hand soap that was just as good as the soaps on the market, but without any of the harsh chemicals.

Finding someone that can make what you want especially for you is almost as good as making it yourself.

Since your legs are so much on display in shorts this revealing, you want them to look as good as possible.

Knowing where to shop for clothes that look as good as they feel can make quite a difference in a woman's confidence!

These clothes can sometimes look great, but nothing is going to look as good as clothes designed just for you.

You should always feel free to wear what makes you look as good as you feel about yourself.

It won't be fitted to your mouth as good as a custom version, but for some people this option works just as well.

Some have as few as one single review, but it's a great place to start-almost as good as a referral from one friend or co-worker.

The vision correction wasn't as good as other options, but polycarbonate is less likely to shatter so the lenses garnered attention for that benefit.

And if you were afraid that the Nintendo Wii could never push graphics as good as the Xbox 360, then fear no more.

You may have missed out on some great gaming, but a picture is almost as good as being there, right?

While third party alternatives can oftentimes be just as good as their original counterparts, that isn't always the case.

The multiplayer mode is just as good as Halo, except it just takes place in the Old West.

For example, Shock Troopers can't jump or regain health as good as Master Chief, nor can they hold two weapons at the same time.

It's truely a magnificent sight to behold, but sadly, this is about as good as it gets, and where everything starts to teeter in the wrong direction.

Sure, the graphics were nowhere near as good as they are today, but it was a great sports game.

Is the skinnier version of the PlayStation 3 just as good as the original or are there certain sacrifices that must be made?

This place is as good as online backgammon gets.

The DS does not have the capabilities to make the game look as good as its console counterparts.

You already know that the graphics aren't going to be as good as on the next-gen systems, but the core gameplay in Rock Band is what really makes this title so fun, right?

The atmospheric birds chirping on the castle grounds sounds as good as ever, and the music is the usual toe-tapping Mario fare.

The graphics are not as good as the versions on the Xbox 360 and PS3, but the Wii gameplay easily makes up for this.

The quality of songs isn't nearly as good as on OCRemix, but there are still a number of great tracks to be found.

She is an 18 year old German Karate master who wants to prove that her fighting skills are just as good as her father's.

It tastes just as good as fresh berries, and you can always add a few fresh berries as a garnish.

You can certainly tape a handwritten label to the bottle but that is not very creative, does not show off your wine, and won't look as good as a beautiful label when given as a gift.

Also, the battery life will not be as good as a new phone, so you may need to invest in additional cellular phone batteries.

Although they are supposed to be as good as new, refurbished phones may be more inclined to issues, because they are older handsets.

This remains an issue that is constantly in debate, but several users have reported that the AT&T network coverage is not as good as it could be.

In addition, you can purchase an instructional DVD; however, sometimes there are resources free online that are every bit as good as a DVD.

A singer for the band 98 Degrees, Lachey proved during the second season of Dancing with the Stars that his dancing skills are every bit as good as his singing skills.

Hair will look as good as it smells, and the Tigi promise is that this product will not weigh down your hair!

Part of their company motto states that their goal is to make you feel as good as you look when you leave their salon.

Keep in mind that the lessons will only be as good as the books you use.

For example, interest rates may have dropped since you obtained your mortgage, or perhaps that adjustable rate mortgage isn't working out quite as good as it once was.

But, is generic birth control as good as the brand-name version?

Today, Liz Lange for Target Maternity clothes provide affordable style for expectant mothers who want to look as good as they feel during this special time in their lives.

Who wouldn't want to look as good as Angelina in a bikini?

Not every advertised deal on discount swimming pools is as good as a dealer would have you believe.

It's almost as good as having your own custom-made swimsuit.

Slimming fabric blends and cute details can make casual tops look as good as they feel.

Melitta coffee makers, while considered some of the best appliances in the coffee field, are still only as good as the coffee you use and how you brew it.

Candle scents that are found at a craft store or department store won't be as good as those you purchase from an outlet specializing in candle making supplies.

Reading inspirational poems by renowned authors is just as good as writing your own.

Spend enough time on your personal ad to make it look and sound as good as possible.

The one thing to remember is that any service like this is only as good as the people are honest.

These represent good value for your money and can be polished and prepared so scratches are removed and they look as good as new.

I knew I needed to follow an entrepreneurial path because I had a real issue with someone else telling me I could only be as good as they said I could be or grow as fast as they said I could.

This will keep it looking as good as new at all times.

A description of Virgo would not be complete without mentioning that once a Virgo finds true love, they are faithful and work hard to keep the relationship as good as it can be.

The quality will rarely be as good as that of a DVD, but if you're willing to make that sacrifice, you can find lots to enjoy.

A few of the films on the listing include Gone with the Wind, The Philadelphia Story, Up Close & Personal, As Good As It Gets, Titanic, Meet Joe Black, Stepmom, What a Girl Wants and The Holiday.

Purchase frozen vegetables, which are as good as fresh, but not as expensive.

Liquid crystal display (LCD) televisions can stretch up to 56 inches, but their contrast is not necessarily as good as with other technology.

You can listen to music and watch videos, but the sound quality isn't as good as you'd expect from a desktop or laptop.

However, today's generics are often just as good as the higher-priced counterparts.

Lined in leather and sculpted to the contours of the human foot, these feel as good as they look.

It's almost as good as going to a real store to try on multiple pairs.

Some replicas look and feel like they'd be just as good as the originals.

It may not be as good as finding shoes in person, but if you can view photos and get a feel for measurements, you'll find a lot of offerings at this auction site.

Some people have boots that are more than five years old and still as good as new.

You also want to be sure they will look as good as possible.

Look for a seller who has a high sales record and a 99% positive sales rating - then you are as good as guaranteed that whatever they have on offer is something you can feel confident buying and wearing.

They will look as good as new when you hit the sand the next day.

These shoes may feel as good as a casual slipper, but they look as indulgent as something fit for a princess!

Nothing feels as good as scoring a great deal on something chic and comfortable, so the allure of finding Born shoes on sale is understandable.

Your motorcycle fairy tattoo design is only as good as the artist who renders it.

If you own a Chopard replica watch you own an elite watch that not only looks as good as a real Chopard watch would on your wrist, it also saved you a lot of money.

Replacement bands can make an old watch looks as good as new.

New Seiko watch bands can make an old watch look as good as new.

By the way, a sleek stainless case and cool rubber strap makes the watch look as good as it works.

As a bonus, the watches look as good as they work.

Many people find them just as good as the name brand ones but at a fraction of the cost.

Let's face it; you'll want to look as good as your resume reads.

This regular maintenance will help ensure that your car looks as good as new for years to come.

In most cases, the steps above will be enough to get your DVD as good as new.

Now that you know how to clean laminate floors, yours will look as good as the day they were installed for many years to come..

Blood stains don't have to be the end of your favorite fabric items - simply take care of the situation as quickly as possible using things you have around the house, and things should be as good as new.

The prices might not be as good as you could find online with a discount club, but there's something to be said for seeing what you're buying before you buy and for not having to wait for the stuff to get to you.

You may have seen the ads for the Contour Abs system on TV, wondering if it can really be as good as it sounds.

You'll look as good as you feel after an energizing workout.

Again, you cannot say something is "gooder" but you can say something isn't as good as.

Remember that the finished cheese will only be as good as the ingredients that you put into it.

Your coverage is only as good as the warranty that you purchase.

In many ways, a health care plan is only as good as the doctors who are in the plan.

Matching bra and panties may not seem like a big deal to some women, but others just don't feel well-dressed unless their underwear looks as good as their outerwear.

Don't expect one in an extended size, thought-a C-cup is as good as it gets.

First, many men claim that nothing is quite as good as a brief when it comes to that compact and secure feel.

This creates a fabric that feels as good as it looks.

The cut of the Girl Short is a modern take on traditional panties; so if you're looking for coverage, this is as good as it gets.

The prices may not be as low as you would like, but when you can get something as good as Spanx and save some money, it's still a good day.

But for those who know that once the item is cleaned it's as good as new, a vintage nightgown can be a wonderful treat.

They even got their own plane, one painted to look just as good as the models themselves.

Depending on your comfort level, one can be just as good as the other.

Almost as good as footie pajamas, this one-piece, generous fit outfit covers your whole body-no gaps.

His songs were as good as the ones he wrote with Jones in the Clash days.

As with any P2P network, LimeWire is only as good as its members.

All P2P networks are only as good as their users - the more users a network has sharing their MP3s, the more music available for everyone to download.

It might be ever so slightly more mature, but it's still as good as any Blue Monday or Bizarre Love Triangle listening experience.

The soundtrack to Marie Antoinette is as good as you would expect, with songs from New Order, The Cure, Radio Department, Bow Wow Wow, The Strokes, Adam Ant, and more.

A P2P network is only as good as its members.

Just to show that he can take it as good as he can give it, Piers Morgan stepped up to the plate in 2008 as a contestant on the first season of Donald Trump's The Celebrity Apprentice.

If you can't get enough of Hell's Kitchen, getting a chance to dine in the Hell's Kitchen restaurant is about as good as it gets.

Artists are always exploring new styles and techniques in order to make their art look as good as it can.

If you're new to natural nail polish, you might wonder if it's as good as traditional nail lacquers.

The uses for entertainment, business, and just plain folks are immeasurable, but it still comes down to the reality that any chat room is only as good as the participants make it.

The site claims that you can use this program to make your background look as good as the ones created by professionals.

With few exceptions, if the equipment you're looking at doesn't have any obvious cracks or rips, it's just as good as the day it was first used.

Search Engine Optimization - A website is only as good as the traffic it generates, and the way that a site brings in traffic is through search engines such as Google and Yahoo.

Remember that the fanciest sound-and-video enabled Flash website is only as good as the content within it.

Remember that the best design is driven by function, not by shiny Flash menus, and any Swiss Army knife is only as good as the skilled hands that use it.

Just make sure you have a good reason for either changing or keeping the conventions of web design. "Content is king", but the best content is only as good as your user's ability to get to it.

He opened to her, and she was thrilled to find he tasted as good as he smelled.

Sam was an excellent horseman - possibly as good as Alex.

The tiny victory felt good, almost as good as the knowledge that the sexy beast every woman on the planet drooled over wanted her.

In the course of the 17th century many other works of the same nature were issued, including some in which the cuts were roughly colored by hand; but the execution of these is not as good as contemporary European work.

The Barrakur ironworks produce pig-iron, which is reported to be as good as that of Middlesbrough.

He was as good as his word.

As to her " supranormal " faculties, a matter concerning which belief largely depends on the point of view, it is to be remarked that Quicherat, a freethinker wholly devoid of clerical influences, admits them (Apercus nouveaux, 1850), saying that the evidence is as good as for any facts in her history.

English armies were not perhaps very efficient, but they were as good as the material with which William of Orange began his task.

The agreement between the observed and calculated values in the last two columns is as good as can be expected considering the great difficulty of measuring such small quantities of heat.