in terms of

Idioms  

1. As measured or indicated by, on the basis of. For example, How far is it in terms of miles? This usage originated in mathematics, where it alludes to numerical units. [Mid-1700s]

2. In relation to, with reference to, as in This film offers nothing in terms of satisfactory entertainment . [Late 1800s]

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Example Sentences

In part, that’s because more of that fiber is making its way to the dense networks within data centers, enough to soon surpass the long-haul business in terms of miles delivered, says O’Day.

From The Wall Street Journal

Tweed offers legal advice in terms of what statement could be released.

From BBC

In a statement, the Department for Transport said that although it would not be rolling out any new smart motorways, they remained among our safest roads in terms of deaths and serious injuries, and were just as safe, or safer, than the roads they replaced.

From BBC

In terms of safety, National Highways argued that the five-year evaluations that have so far taken place "demonstrate that smart motorways are delivering safety benefits in line with or above those originally forecast".

From BBC

In terms of allowing opponents into their own 22, Scotland were stingy and ranked first, the problem being that they conceded way too often - 40% of visits ended with a try for their rivals.

From BBC