something of a
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The event will be something of a homecoming for Walker, Gibson and the “Fast” franchise.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
For that reason, it’s something of a priceless gift that can show them all the ways they can invest money at a young age and build a nest egg for their future.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
“I don’t have a pair, so I’m not important enough,” Mato confessed, seeming to confirm that Florsheims have become something of a status symbol inside the administration.
From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026
Many Jamaicans are fiercely proud of the island's Scotch bonnets, which are something of a cultural cornerstone and a central feature in its cuisine.
From BBC • May 31, 2026
Especially since Kyle had been on something of a losing streak—something else he hadn’t told Miguel or Akimi or Sierra.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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