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The word 'as' functions as a preposition, a conjunction, and an adverb.

The preposition 'as' connects its object to another word in the sentence, for example:
Jim dressed as Godzilla for the costume party. (the preposition 'as' connects the object noun 'Godzilla' to the verb 'dressed')
Tina made cookies as her contribution to the party. (the preposition 'as' connects the object noun 'contribution' to the noun 'cookies')

The conjunction 'as' connects two groups of words to form a compound; for example:
She hummed a tune as she washed the dishes. (compound sentence)
When you do as I do, you'll have no problem. (compound adverbial clause)
As I predicted, the bus was late. (compound sentence)

The adverb 'as' precedes a verb, an adjective, an adverb; for example:
"A rose by any other name would smell as sweet." (modifies the adjective 'sweet')
The chef did a great job as always. (modifies the adverb 'always')

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