Sentence examples for but to an extent from inspiring English sources

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The phrase "but to an extent" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you want to indicate that something is partially true or valid. For example, "The novel was popular, but to an extent, it was overly long and tedious."

Exact(25)

But to an extent he has done, albeit after making the requisite pragmatic compromises.

The Guardian - Sport

But to an extent it matters not what the manager thinks.

The Guardian - Sport

Not only could emotional intelligence be measured, but, to an extent, it could also be taught.

The Economist

The mind as a patchwork of parts, surprisingly effective, but to an extent carelessly assembled by evolution.

The New York Times - Books

At this film's Sundance premiere a number of people walked out, but to an extent that is to be expected.

The New York Times

LUCIE, Fla .— The injuries for the Mets were already piling up, but to an extent they were palatable.

The New York Times - Sports

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He was vaccinated in Uzbekistan but to an unknown extent.

Emerging Infectious Diseases

To a certain extent, it's true, but to a certain extent, it isn't.

Huffington Post

Yes, but only to an extent.

Independent

The Yankees are prepared to pay him, but only to an extent, Cashman said.

The New York Times - Sports

The Devils have to be hoping that the similarities continue, but only to an extent.

The New York Times - Sports

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