insofar

American  

[in-suh-fahr, -soh-] / ˌɪn səˈfɑr, -soʊ- /

adverb

1. to such an extent (usually followed byas ).

   I will do the work insofar as I am able.

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Etymology

Origin of insofar

First recorded in 1590–1600; originally phrase in so far

Example Sentences

Or should we instead focus on human capital, addressing cultural issues only insofar as they get in the way?

From The Wall Street Journal

The bank’s top executives stated in a letter to clients that it can weather the damage, insofar as it has $10.5 billion in equity and $11.5 billion in cash on hand.

From Los Angeles Times

“The administration will abide by the ruling insofar as it affects the covered parties,” he said, “but there are also many options the president has to deploy federal resources under the U.S. military to Portland.”

From Los Angeles Times

A look back offers some clues, though it should be said no two election cycles are alike and the past is only illuminating insofar as it casts light on certain patterns.

From Los Angeles Times

She argues that the framers’ intentions, insofar as we can pin them down, can’t account for where we are now: “God” and “slavery” and “woman” are not mentioned in the original document.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• inasmuch as