in nature

phrase

: having such a quality or qualities

Her writing is humorous in nature.

Examples of in nature in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Williams choice of footwear was undoubtedly athletic in nature, transitioning from the tennis court to the front row of Lacoste’s fashion show. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026

But data, though personal and medical in nature, is not covered by HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which protects personal electronic health data in other contexts. — Sparkle Rainey Tribune News Service, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026

The advertising campaign has drawn criticism from those on the Left and the Right, who chided the administration for using taxpayer dollars for ads that appear political in nature. — Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026

If the artwork is sited in nature, then its original function can be said to instigate its material fate. — Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for in nature

• legislature
• nomenclature