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do well

fixed phr..
A2 Elementary Oxford

fixed phr.. To be successful or perform in a good way. You often use this to talk about your work, school, or a specific task.

fixed phr.. To perform successfully or prosper; a common verb-adverb collocation where the meaning is literal.


SIMPLE

I hope you do well on your test.

CONTEXTUAL

She is doing well in her new job and has already received a promotion.

COMPLEX

The company continued to do well financially despite the broader market downturn, which surprised many analysts.

Usage

This phrase is often followed by 'in' (a place or subject) or 'on' (a test or task).

Teaching tip

Contrast 'do well' (to perform successfully) with 'do good' (to perform charitable acts), as this is a frequent point of confusion.

Pitfall

He did good in the interview.He did well in the interview.Use the adverb 'well' to describe the verb 'do', not the adjective 'good'.

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