in more ways than one

idiom

: for more than one reason

Their story is a tragedy in more ways than one.

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Many drivers who leave the scene of an accident have priors, may possess contraband or are just plain impaired in more ways than one. —

Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2025 Still, all the injuries have revealed a team that’s vulnerable in more ways than one. —

Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025 Boise State men’s basketball rebounded in more ways than one on Tuesday night with a big win over UNLV, which was previously undefeated in conference play. —

Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Jan. 2025 As the first active-duty Air Force officer to be crowned Miss America, Madison Marsh is hoping her victory can inspire others in more ways than one. —

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