in and of itself
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Riley crafting a cogent message about workers’ rights and the price of labor would be a feat in and of itself, especially in a film this fun.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
“If you look at the experience they see in videogames and reality, I believe that in and of itself is being blurred. The borders are coming down.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
And that may be valuable in and of itself.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
But how “NCIS” began its journey to this rare milestone is a worthwhile story in and of itself.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
The fact that she asked my permission was amazing in and of itself.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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