sort of, sort of something

1-1. sort of: to some degree; kind of 

• It seemed to be sort of a cross between an oyster and a mushroom.
  

   ※ Usage notes: sometimes used to show that you are not certain about something: 

• I'm sort of at an age where I just want things to be a little more orderly.
  

1-2. sort of (and kind of): Yes, but only to a small degree. 

• Bob: Do you like what you're doing in school? 
  Alice: Kind of. 
• Henry: What do you think about all these new laws? Do they worry you?
  John: Sort of.

2. sort of something(and kind of something): almost something; somewhat; somehow.

• Isn't it sort of cold out? 
• That was kind of a stupid thing to do, wasn't it?
  

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