in terms of something

in terms of something
in terms of ˈsth | in…terms idiom
used to show what aspect of a subject you are talking about or how you are thinking about it

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The job is great in terms of salary, but it has its disadvantages.

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This title ranks alongside the Olympics in terms of importance.

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What does this mean in terms of cost?

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In terms of cost — how much were you thinking of charging?

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In terms of extra staff— how many will we need?

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In practical terms this law may be difficult to enforce.

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The decision was disastrous in political terms.

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He's talking in terms of starting a completely new career.

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