Collocation
in a way
partly true, or true to some extent; used to soften a statement or express hesitant agreement.
Definition
'in a way' is a common English collocation. partly true, or true to some extent; used to soften a statement or express hesitant agreement.
in a way + [statement/clause]
“In a way, his argument makes sense, even if I don't fully agree.”
Examples
- In a way, I understand why he made that choice, but I still disagree.
- It was a relief to finish the project, in a way.
- Her comment was insulting, in a way, even if she didn't intend it.
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- Learning a new skill is challenging, but in a way, it's also very rewarding.
- You could say he's right, in a way, about the need for immediate action.
- The movie was quite thought-provoking; in a way, it challenged my preconceived notions.
- The experience was traumatic, yet in a way, it made me stronger.
- Their relationship is complicated, in a way, but they seem to make it work.
- This solution is complete, in a way, though there are still minor tweaks to be made.
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More at B2 level
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More adverbial phrases
- at the end of the day Ultimately; when everything is considered; in the final analysis.
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- as it were An idiom used to qualify a statement, indicating that it is perhaps not entirely accurate, literal,…
- pretty much almost entirely; very nearly; to a great extent
- a bit A small amount or degree; somewhat.