somewhat

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Recent Examples of somewhat While the master’s in management programs are somewhat selective, applicants have a stronger chance of getting their foot in the door than for an MBA, which has a starkly lower acceptance rate. Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2025 At receiver, the decision to go with heavy doses of veteran portal additions Keelan Marion (via BYU) and CJ Daniels (via LSU) over the younger boundary receivers was thoroughly validated, particularly with Jojo Trader (who played eight snaps) still limited somewhat by an August injury. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025 His ambitions get somewhat begrudging support from obvious Jim Halpert stand-in Mare (Chelsea Frei), the most competent journalist in the newsroom. Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025 Categorizing by genre or type of music in this sort of research is also somewhat limiting. Eva Amsen, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for somewhat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for somewhat
Adverb
  • Aston Villa, on the other hand, had a pretty flat summer, albeit redeemed by what looks like an excellent deal for Harvey Elliott on deadline day.
    The Athletic UK Staff, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Though his interests were that of a pretty typical child — computing and gaming, playing the saxophone, enjoying soccer and time with his pets — he was also known for his acts of kindness and generosity.
    Lauren Costantino September 6, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
Adverb
  • Since the 1980s, the number of games played per decade has been relatively consistent.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Unemployment has stayed relatively low in part because of dampened demand for workers as well as a depressed supply (people aging out of the workforce as well as reductions in immigrant workers).
    Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025
Adverb
  • The silk faille jacket was not quite white but a pale blush, and the loose pants and top beneath had an intricate pattern of silver beads.
    Belinda Luscombe, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
  • To my surprise, the burger was quite good; a gooey mesh of meat and cheese became one flesh.
    Joe Joyce, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
Adverb
  • Southerners have long been known to have the gift of gab, and that discerning quality has resulted in a rather enthusiastic take on small talk.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
  • There is a duty of care not to use data for the sake of it, but rather to ensure that analysis stands up to proper scrutiny and scientific rigour where possible.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Adverb
  • Any veggie that's long and fairly sturdy when cut is fair game.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Dropping Meat Boy into a 3D world adds a brand new layer of complexity to a platforming series that was already fairly tough to begin with.
    Joshua Lamb, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Adverb
  • Kelty Low Loveseat At around $130, the Kelty Low Loveseat hits a sweet spot price-wise; substantial enough to feel generous, but not over-the-top expensive.
    Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Helsinki is big and vibrant, well connected to other global capitals, but at the same time, small enough [for a] feeling of community.
    Kristen Edgreen Kaufman, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025

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“Somewhat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/somewhat. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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