somewhat

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These events may appear as faint glowing effects, somewhat similar to auroras, and they set off a chain of electrochemical reactions.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The design for devices such as the MacBook Air saw keyboards fitted with a two-sided hinged keyboard switch, which somewhat resembled butterfly wings.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

While shares of oil producers would likely take an immediate hit, pipeline companies would be somewhat insulated because they operate on long-term contracts with producers.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Jeff Korzenik, chief economist at Fifth Third Bank, said he found the CBO’s estimates somewhat pessimistic, and that a more productive workforce could lead to stronger growth over time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

You may be thinking, and quite rightly, that after suggesting Whaleback Hill, followed by Double Whaleback Hill, to then suggest tobogganing down something called Baby Whaleback Hill would be somewhat less exciting, not more.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el