Something of the/that kind

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Refers to something similar or of the same type.

If you have any other problem of that kind, please let me know.
Visual representation of "something of the/that kind" - Refers to something similar or of the same type.

Often appears as...

  • problem of that kind
  • situation of that kind
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Context Matters

Consider the situation when using 'something of that kind' to ensure it matches the context.

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He's skilled in coding, so we'll need something of that kind for our project.
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Similarity Emphasis

'Something of that kind' highlights a shared characteristic without being specific.

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We should consider investing in stocks, bonds, or something of that kind.
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Avoid Misuse

Don't use 'something of that kind' when you need to be precise about details.

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For this recipe, you'll need cinnamon, not something of that kind like nutmeg.
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