in the way of
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—used to indicate the type of thing that is being described, thought of, etc.
His parents offered him little in the way of emotional support.
How much money has she received in the way of campaign contributions?
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A bit of bass punch, but not much in the way of detail, subtlety or depth.
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Brad Moon, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Katherine is written without much in the way of a personality, but the ever-reliable Dern is nevertheless able to anchor her in an earthy sort of charm.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Oct. 2024
As some observers see it, politics have got in the way of common sense: In 2018, a majority opposed the nuclear shutdown in a referendum, but the government continues to insist that its policy will not change.
—Isabel Hilton, WIRED, 5 Oct. 2024
My dad passed away after a short illness 10 years ago and left us an unexpectedly large sum in the way of a life insurance policy and shares in his company.
—refinery29.com, 2 Oct. 2024
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Brad Moon, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Katherine is written without much in the way of a personality, but the ever-reliable Dern is nevertheless able to anchor her in an earthy sort of charm.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Oct. 2024
As some observers see it, politics have got in the way of common sense: In 2018, a majority opposed the nuclear shutdown in a referendum, but the government continues to insist that its policy will not change.
—Isabel Hilton, WIRED, 5 Oct. 2024
My dad passed away after a short illness 10 years ago and left us an unexpectedly large sum in the way of a life insurance policy and shares in his company.
—refinery29.com, 2 Oct. 2024
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“In the way of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20way%20of. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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