partially
Americanadverb
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to some degree or in some way or aspect, but not fully or totally; incompletely.
Season three of the sci-fi series would have taken place either partially or completely on Mars.
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in a way that is biased or prejudiced in favor of one group, side, person, etc., over another.
He did not judge partially, he said, but claimed to mete out justice equally to rich and poor alike.
Other Word Forms
- nonpartially adverb
- overpartially adverb
Etymology
Origin of partially
Example Sentences
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Most were responding at least partially to special pleading by the wealthy, who threatened to relocate to friendlier jurisdictions in a continent-wide low-tax contest.
From Los Angeles Times
The Hollywood location will partially function as a homebase for the Ringer, an L.A.-based media brand focused on sports and pop culture.
From Los Angeles Times
Once in the air, these partially volatile compounds more easily form fine particles that can be harmful if breathed in, compared with VOCs.
From Science Daily
Oral arguments in November suggested that several justices were skeptical about the administration’s arguments, raising odds that the court strikes down the tariffs, at least partially.
From Barron's
Petropiar—operated with Chevron under limited U.S. licenses—remains partially functional, according to Argus Media.
From Barron's
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