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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a something of the" is not standard in written English and may be confusing without context.
It could be used in a creative or poetic context where the specific meaning is clear from surrounding text.
Example: "He was a man of the world, always seeking adventure and new experiences."
Alternatives: "a type of" or "a kind of".
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Every major sci-fi franchise needs an origins story and you might like to think of An Adventure in Space and Time as a something of the kind.
An Adventure in Time and Space- 9pm, BBC2 Every major sci-fi franchise needs an origins story and you might like to think of this 50th anniversary tribute to Doctor Who as a something of the kind.
The 1969 Pierre Balmain dress combines an embroidered gold and cream lace-up cropped top and an off-white A-line skirt, and definitely has a something of the Jackie O about it.
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This came as a something of a surprise, given the number of successful starters and entrees we had tried.
Have a poster or something of the Bar Mitzvah and some sharpies for everyone to sign.
Otherwise a park or something of the likes can be perfect.
Get her a purse or something of the sort to keep pads and/or pantyliners in.
It can also be at a gathering or something of the sort.
Upstairs is a suit superstore, or something of the sort.
Think of a something like the TV show, Wipeout.
The rifle is something of a curio from the edges of the cold war.
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