to what extent

American  

[too wuht ik-stent, wot, hwuht, hwot] / ˌtu ˈwʌt ɪkˈstɛnt, ˈwɒt, ˈʰwʌt, ˈʰwɒt /

idiom

1. to how great a degree; how much, how far, how well, etc..

   To what extent were you acquainted with the deceased?

   These tests will help determine to what extent his memory has deteriorated.

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Etymology

Origin of to what extent

First recorded in 1615–25

Example Sentences

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to what extent

But it is still unclear to what extent strong freight rates reflect genuinely greater demand, or a pull-forward ahead of further surcharges or potential tariff hikes, he added.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026

While the results position Mamdani, 34, as something of a kingmaker in the solidly Democratic Big Apple, it remains to be seen to what extent his star power will translate outside of the city.

From Barron's ● Jun. 24, 2026

The reason it is hard to ascertain to what extent spying has been a part of Eckert's development is he has conducted no media interviews since the scandal broke.

From BBC ● Jun. 3, 2026

If you work for an organization with hundreds of employees, check to what extent any staffing cut or reduction in hours occurs “across all ages,” James said.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026

I cannot remember to what extent I analysed this feeling at the time, but today, looking back on it, it does not seem so difficult to account for.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro