somewhat of
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: 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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Despite being somewhat of an unexpected pairing, Warhol and Basquiat would collaborate on over 150 different works together in addition to working on their own art.
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Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
But in the wake of that buildup, the film's shockingly anticlimactic ending also feels like somewhat of a cop-out.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
However, the Spanish fashion brand — somewhat of an outsider — has found a good recipe for luring young customers in store.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
The Dodgers' bullpen struggles throughout the season proved to be their weak spot heading into the playoffs, but Sasaki emerged as somewhat of a secret weapon for LA.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
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Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
But in the wake of that buildup, the film's shockingly anticlimactic ending also feels like somewhat of a cop-out.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
However, the Spanish fashion brand — somewhat of an outsider — has found a good recipe for luring young customers in store.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
The Dodgers' bullpen struggles throughout the season proved to be their weak spot heading into the playoffs, but Sasaki emerged as somewhat of a secret weapon for LA.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Somewhat of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/somewhat%20of. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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