and that

idiom

1
somewhat formal
used to refer to an idea just mentioned
He was helpful, and that to an unusual degree.
2
chiefly British, informal : and more things of the same kind
She spends her money drinking, gambling, and that.

Examples of and that in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
His research draws on his own experience and that of many of his contemporaries inspired his work in sports psychology. Colin Millar, New York Times, 27 June 2025 But if a man’s cancer is aggressive, doctors typically take the prostate out, and that's when side effects enter the picture. Angela Haupt, Time, 27 June 2025 Strong brand love, while nice, can’t replace operational ease, and that feel-good sentiment doesn’t always result in sales that stick for the long haul. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025 Despite everything, parents still have hope that things will change and that all families can thrive in the future. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 26 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for and that

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“And that.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/and%20that. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!