Of one kind, sort, etc. or another

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Describes something that could be one of various different types.

He's always causing trouble of one kind or another.
Visual representation of "of one kind, sort, etc. or another" - Describes something that could be one of various different types.

Often appears as...

  • trouble of one kind
  • suffering of one kind
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Visual representation of "of one kind, sort, etc. or another"
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Usage Frequency

Commonly used to emphasize variety within a category without specifying every possibility.

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At the fair, there were games of one kind or another for everyone.
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Context Matters

It may suggest a lack of concern for the specifics, focusing instead on the overall concept.

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They were discussing politics of one sort or another.
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Implies Diversity

Highlights the presence of different types within a single subject, but not necessarily a large number.

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The workshop tackled issues of one kind or another.
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