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

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Example Sentences

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to what extent

By watching a client’s nonverbal cues, advisers can tell to what extent they’re making themselves understood.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 23, 2026

It is not yet clear how or to what extent the sanctions will be imposed or tightened.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026

"We still have to investigate to what extent bacteria might help to render uranium harmless for remediation purposes."

From Science Daily ● Aug. 9, 2026

“The public is demanding accountability, but to what extent can the mayor hold this company accountable when it’s being represented by her advisor and friend?” asked Sara Sadhwani, a politics professor at Pomona College.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026

The purpose of the proceedings was to determine to what extent Dr. Strayer’s testimony would be allowed at trial.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel

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