or so
idiom
—used to say that a number, amount, etc., is not exact
We plan to stay a week or so.
Tickets cost $20 or so.
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To keep it in pristine condition, use a tissue or dry cloth to wipe the curler and silicone pads clean after each use, and replace the pad every few months or so to maintain peak performance.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2025
From creator Patrick Macmanus, the new series takes a decidedly different approach to a true-crime story, choosing to focus more heavily on a dozen or so victims than Gacy himself.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 18 Oct. 2025
The goal is to go to from the current 449 locations, to 350 or so, including the 125 priority stores that will get disproportionately higher investment for things like more staffing and new lighting.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
The company’s 100 or so coaches primarily offer services within the romantic relationship context, from relationship strengthening to help for those looking to find a partner.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2025
From creator Patrick Macmanus, the new series takes a decidedly different approach to a true-crime story, choosing to focus more heavily on a dozen or so victims than Gacy himself.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 18 Oct. 2025
The goal is to go to from the current 449 locations, to 350 or so, including the 125 priority stores that will get disproportionately higher investment for things like more staffing and new lighting.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
The company’s 100 or so coaches primarily offer services within the romantic relationship context, from relationship strengthening to help for those looking to find a partner.
—Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
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“Or so.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/or%20so. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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