… or so
phrase
Approximately, about, or around a certain number or amount.
I'll be ready in twenty minutes or so.
Often appears as...
- a minute or so
- a mile or so
phrase
Used to emphasize a large amount or number.
He must be fifty or so, but he looks younger.
Often appears as...
- a hundred or so
- a thousand or so
phrase
Approximately, about, or around a certain number or amount.
I'll be ready in twenty minutes or so.
Often appears as...
- a minute or so
- a mile or so
phrase
Used to emphasize a large amount or number.
He must be fifty or so, but he looks younger.
Often appears as...
- a hundred or so
- a thousand or so
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Estimation Indicator
Use 'or so' when you're not certain about the exact number but want to give an estimated range.
We'll need ten or so chairs for the party.
Pro Tip 2/3Flexible Timing
'Or so' is handy when specifying time that doesn't need to be exact, creating a relaxed expectation.
Let's meet in five minutes or so.
Pro Tip 3/3Casual Conversations
In informal settings, 'or so' makes your speech sound more conversational and less rigid.
I've been living here for a year or so.
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