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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This relationship with Frank is somewhat of a mentorship relationship.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 June 2025
The Reds’ selection of Burns was seen as somewhat of a surprise, as most expected Cincinnati to take infielder/outfielder Charlie Condon out of Georgia.
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 22 June 2025
This would be somewhat of a raw reach, a player who could get by early with his attacking and defensive guile.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
Existing in somewhat of a gray market in Maryland over the past several years, local hemp businesses have been able to grow, process and sell their products without the need for a cannabis license.
—Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 16 June 2025
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 June 2025
The Reds’ selection of Burns was seen as somewhat of a surprise, as most expected Cincinnati to take infielder/outfielder Charlie Condon out of Georgia.
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 22 June 2025
This would be somewhat of a raw reach, a player who could get by early with his attacking and defensive guile.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
Existing in somewhat of a gray market in Maryland over the past several years, local hemp businesses have been able to grow, process and sell their products without the need for a cannabis license.
—Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 16 June 2025
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“Somewhat of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/somewhat%20of. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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