some kind/sort/type of

phrase

—used to indicate that the speaker is referring to a range of items that could fit a description

I need some kind/sort/type of fastener.

Examples of some kind/sort/type of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Readings above 30 usually indicate some sort of panic is beginning to develop. — Justin Zacks, CNBC, 21 Mar. 2026

The clusters there strongly hint that Denver will make some sort of move up or back in the draft order. — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 20 Mar. 2026

The even bigger-picture worry for ordinary consumers is that the problems with private credit will ripple throughout the mainstream financial system, sparking some sort of larger meltdown. — Maria Aspan, NPR, 19 Mar. 2026

As with other Cosby accusers, Donna Motsinger alleges that Cosby incapacitated her with some sort of drug to facilitate the attack, according to court documents filed in Los Angeles Superior Court. — Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026