somewhat of
idiom
: to some degree
—used to make a statement or description less forceful or definite
We have somewhat of a problem.
To say he has improved is somewhat of an understatement.
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Alex Karp, the frizzy-haired CEO of defense software company Palantir, has become somewhat of a pro at deflecting criticism.
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Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
From simple wallpaper and upholstery swaps to major interior transformations, it’s become somewhat of a tradition at the start of a term to remake the property.
—Carrie Hojnicki, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2025
Lenticular galaxies are somewhat of a mix between the previous two, lacking spiraling arms and the ability to continually form new stars.
—Katie Liu, Discover Magazine, 31 July 2025
Waddle was somewhat of a surprise choice for the orange jersey Wednesday, considering Gay was almost impossible to contain vs. the run and pass Tuesday.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 30 July 2025
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Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 6 Aug. 2025
From simple wallpaper and upholstery swaps to major interior transformations, it’s become somewhat of a tradition at the start of a term to remake the property.
—Carrie Hojnicki, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2025
Lenticular galaxies are somewhat of a mix between the previous two, lacking spiraling arms and the ability to continually form new stars.
—Katie Liu, Discover Magazine, 31 July 2025
Waddle was somewhat of a surprise choice for the orange jersey Wednesday, considering Gay was almost impossible to contain vs. the run and pass Tuesday.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 30 July 2025
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“Somewhat of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/somewhat%20of. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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