in a small way

idiom

: to a small extent or degree

In a small way, the experience helped me understand what it's like to be homeless.

Examples of in a small way in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Mills noted that sometimes big stars pitch networks as exec producers but are only ever involved in a small way, helping to promote a show by sticking their name on it. —Peter White, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2025

This just goes to show how working together on something, even in a small way, can lead to stronger and more positive connections. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025

The city houses incredible filmmakers, cinemas, and programmers; our goal is that this grant round will help, even in a small way, to support the continuation of production in Los Angeles. —Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2025

There is not a single account of a Gazan who stepped forward to help a hostage in a small way, let alone risk their lives to alert others to their location. —Todd L. Pittinsky, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2025

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