of sorts

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variants or of a sort
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Recent Examples of of sorts Many residents that spoke out at Tuesday’s public hearing agreed that the plaza needs a revitalization of sorts, but not at the expense of pushing the 14 existing businesses out. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 Both Faux and Straker’s will be open late-night, transitioning from a restaurant to a lounge of sorts. — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 7 Oct. 2026 Voters set up a rematch (of sorts) in Brazil’s presidential election. — Jamie Ross, Washington Post, 5 Oct. 2026 The coat served as a focal point, doubling as a maxi dress of sorts. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for of sorts

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“Of sorts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/of%20sorts. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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