in more ways than one

phrase

: for more than one reason
Their story is a tragedy in more ways than one.

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The story behind the Spin Time represents a journey in more ways than one. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2026 When it was released in 2016, Hero shocked the country music establishment in more ways than one. Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026 And the 22-year-old takes after her mom in more ways than one. Meg Walters, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026 Timberlake’s rare appearance was significant in more ways than one. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in more ways than one

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“In more ways than one.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20more%20ways%20than%20one. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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