To some degree
Example: I agree with you to some degree, but not completely.
Definition
"To some degree" is a phrase used to indicate partial agreement, acceptance, or extent of a condition, meaning not completely or entirely but to a certain limited extent. For example, saying 'I agree with you to some degree' implies partial agreement rather than full consent.
Etymology
The phrase "to some degree" originates from the combination of 'degree,' derived from the Latin 'gradus,' meaning step or stage, and the modifier 'to some,' which indicates an unspecified amount or extent. Did you know? The word 'degree' historically referred to steps or stages, much like climbing stairs, which fits nicely with the idea of partial measure in the phrase "to some degree."
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"To some degree" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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