in some respects

in some respects

In some ways or aspects. In some respects, I'd love to take this job, but I'm not thrilled at the prospect of relocating. You remind me of your mother, sure, but only in some respects—you're very much your own person. A: "Are you feeling better?" B: "In some respects. My throat isn't sore anymore, but I'm still pretty congested."

See also: respect

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in some respects

 and in many respects

with regard to some or many details. In some respects, Anne's comments are similar to yours. The three proposals are quite different in many respects.

See also: respect

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