Something of the/that kind

phrase

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
phrase

Used to suggest that something might not be wise or safe to do.

Don't do something of that kind again; it's too dangerous.
Visual representation of "something of the/that kind" - Used to suggest that something might not be wise or safe to do.

Often appears as...

  • do something of that kind
  • practice something of that kind
phrase

Used to express disapproval or distaste for something.

I didn't expect you to say something of that kind.
Visual representation of "something of the/that kind" - Used to express disapproval or distaste for something.

Often appears as...

  • say something of that kind
  • do something of that kind

Usage tips

Disapproving

phrase

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
phrase

Used to suggest that something might not be wise or safe to do.

Don't do something of that kind again; it's too dangerous.
Visual representation of "something of the/that kind" - Used to suggest that something might not be wise or safe to do.

Often appears as...

  • do something of that kind
  • practice something of that kind
phrase

Used to express disapproval or distaste for something.

I didn't expect you to say something of that kind.
Visual representation of "something of the/that kind" - Used to express disapproval or distaste for something.

Often appears as...

  • say something of that kind
  • do something of that kind

Usage tips

Disapproving

Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "something of the/that kind"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Context Matters

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

Illustration for Context Matters
He's skilled in coding, so we'll need something of that kind for our project.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Similarity Emphasis

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

Illustration for Similarity Emphasis
We should consider investing in stocks, bonds, or something of that kind.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Avoid Misuse

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

Illustration for Avoid Misuse
For this recipe, you'll need cinnamon, not something of that kind like nutmeg.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Context Matters

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

Illustration for Context Matters
He's skilled in coding, so we'll need something of that kind for our project.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Similarity Emphasis

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

Illustration for Similarity Emphasis
We should consider investing in stocks, bonds, or something of that kind.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Avoid Misuse

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

Illustration for Avoid Misuse
For this recipe, you'll need cinnamon, not something of that kind like nutmeg.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Context Matters

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

Illustration for Context Matters
He's skilled in coding, so we'll need something of that kind for our project.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Similarity Emphasis

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

Illustration for Similarity Emphasis
We should consider investing in stocks, bonds, or something of that kind.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Avoid Misuse

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

Illustration for Avoid Misuse
For this recipe, you'll need cinnamon, not something of that kind like nutmeg.
Visual representation of the word "Something of the/that kind"

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