in a way

adverb

from some points of view (Freq. 2)

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she was right in a way

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adverb

1. also in a kind of way or in a sort of way : within limits : with reservations

I like the new arrangement, in a way

2. : from one point of view

in a way, elementary schooling is more important than secondary schooling

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in a way

1. To some extent

2. From one point of view

3. In a state of agitation or distress (old)

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Main Entry: ↑way

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in a way (or in some ways or in one way)

to a certain extent, but not altogether or completely (used to reduce the effect of a statement)

in some ways television is more challenging than theater

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in a ˈway | in ˈone way | in ˈsome ways idiom

to some extent; not completely

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In a way it was one of our biggest mistakes.

Main entry: ↑way_idiom