To… extent

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adverb

How much something happens or to what degree something is.

To what extent can we trust his words?
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Often appears as...

  • to a certain extent
  • to a greater extent
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Variation in Use

The phrase can adjust its meaning based on context, becoming more flexible in conversation.

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Their products vary in quality to a large extent.
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Questioning Certainty

Used to challenge or question the degree of truth or certainty about a subject.

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To what extent can we say that the plan was successful?
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