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in some measure in some measureTo a certain degree or extent; somewhat. While hard work and perseverance will take you far, success also depends in some measure on good fortune.See also: measurein some measureSomewhat, to a certain extent, as in In some measure we owe these privileges to our parents. Shakespeare used this term in A Midsummer Night's Dream (1:2): "I will condole in some measure." Similarly, in large measure, dating from the same period, means "to a considerable extent," as in In large measure the two sides agree. [c. 1600] See also: measurein some, equal, etc. ˈmeasure (formal) to some, etc. extent or degree: The introduction of a new tax accounted in some measure for the downfall of the government. ♢ Our thanks are due in equal measure to every member of the team.See also: measure |