some kind of
The phrase "some kind of" is versatile, often used to convey uncertainty, approximation, or to intensify descriptions.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)Used to indicate an unspecified or unknown type or variety of something.
Example
- I need some kind of tool to fix this.
B2General
(informal)Used to express uncertainty or difficulty in describing something precisely.
Example
- There was some kind of problem with the machine.
B2General
(informal)Used to intensify the meaning of an adjective, implying something is remarkable or notable.
Example
- That was some kind of party!
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "some kind of":