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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For Paramount, the showdown came during somewhat of a programming lull.
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2025
Photo: Backgrid The shaggy-trimmed coat-of-the-moment has been having somewhat of a resurgence as a chic and functional piece of outerwear.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Feb. 2025
The Dallas Cowboys have some decisions to make and find themselves in somewhat of a holding pattern.
—Ryan Morik, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025
Also, somewhat of a surprise for me was the language.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 29 Jan. 2025
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Dade Hayes, Deadline, 15 Feb. 2025
Photo: Backgrid The shaggy-trimmed coat-of-the-moment has been having somewhat of a resurgence as a chic and functional piece of outerwear.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Feb. 2025
The Dallas Cowboys have some decisions to make and find themselves in somewhat of a holding pattern.
—Ryan Morik, Fox News, 8 Feb. 2025
Also, somewhat of a surprise for me was the language.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 29 Jan. 2025
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“Somewhat of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/somewhat%20of. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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