…and then some
phrase
Even more than what has been already stated or considered.
He owes me twenty dollars, and then some.
Often appears as...
- owe me ... and then some
- worth ... and then some
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Even more than what has been already stated or considered.
He owes me twenty dollars, and then some.
Often appears as...
- owe me ... and then some
- worth ... and then some
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Exceeding Expectations
Used when something goes beyond the expected amount or degree.
She said the test would be hard, and then some.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Use
Common in everyday conversation, not suitable for formal writing.
He's a good friend, and then some.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasis on More
Emphasizes that there's significantly more than mentioned.
We need two more chairs, and then some, for the party.
Pro Tip 1/3Exceeding Expectations
Used when something goes beyond the expected amount or degree.
She said the test would be hard, and then some.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Use
Common in everyday conversation, not suitable for formal writing.
He's a good friend, and then some.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasis on More
Emphasizes that there's significantly more than mentioned.
We need two more chairs, and then some, for the party.
Pro Tip 1/3Exceeding Expectations
Used when something goes beyond the expected amount or degree.
She said the test would be hard, and then some.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Use
Common in everyday conversation, not suitable for formal writing.
He's a good friend, and then some.
Pro Tip 3/3Emphasis on More
Emphasizes that there's significantly more than mentioned.
We need two more chairs, and then some, for the party.
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