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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in and of itself

This nightly routine is a show in and of itself, with acrobats stretching, tumbling and throwing one another in the air.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026

The fact that India was able to gather these leaders together in person is a feat in and of itself and testament to its diplomatic reach.

From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026

But besides being a meme in and of itself, Wendy’s has a few characteristics that make it a solid candidate for meme-stock status.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 24, 2026

“Trying to define the bond market in and of itself is a challenging exercise,” says Don Calcagni, chief investment officer at Mercer Advisors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 3, 2026

It might be different if he were flagging down a passing car or trying to phone for help, but typing, in and of itself, is not an inherently dramatic activity.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

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