insofar

[in-suh-fahr, -soh-] / ˌɪn səˈfɑr, -soʊ- /

ADVERB

to such an extent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inasmuch as

STRONG

as considering

WEAK

because seeing that since taking into account while

Example Sentences

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On the other hand, insofar as inflation expectations can reset higher in response to commodity price shocks, the Fed might need to engage in tightening that they would otherwise look to avoid.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

When I took their pictures, they hadn't been to Hamburg, insofar as I knew...

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2025

This is positive for other countries insofar as cheaper Chinese goods boost purchasing power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

The bank’s top executives stated in a letter to clients that it can weather the damage, insofar as it has $10.5 billion in equity and $11.5 billion in cash on hand.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 21, 2025

“No, I’d like them to start fresh, insofar as that is possible.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck