Meaning of the word "as much as" in English

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as much as

US /æz mʌtʃ æz/
UK /æz mʌtʃ æz/
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Phrase

1.

to the same degree or extent

Example:
I love you as much as I love my own life.
He doesn't earn as much as his brother.
2.

although; even though

Example:
As much as I'd like to help, I can't.
He tried to deny it, as much as he could.
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