in and of itself

Idioms  

1. Intrinsically, considered alone. For example, In and of itself the plan might work, but I doubt that it will be approved. It is also put simply as in itself, as in This account may be true in itself. [First half of 1600s]

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Example Sentences

But how “NCIS” began its journey to this rare milestone is a worthwhile story in and of itself.

From Los Angeles Times

"Nothing in and of itself will fix this but these activities will bring prices down. They won't isolate the UK - we're part of a global system - but they will bring prices down."

From BBC

Because one, it’s in and of itself estimable.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I think that's an answer in and of itself," said the skier.

From Barron's

"Standing in the starting gate yesterday was an incredible feeling that I will never forget. Knowing I stood there having a chance to win was a victory in and of itself."

From BBC