in some measure

in some measure

To a certain degree or extent; somewhat. While hard work and perseverance will take you far, success also depends in some measure on good fortune.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

in some measure

Somewhat, to a certain extent, as in In some measure we owe these privileges to our parents. Shakespeare used this term in A Midsummer Night's Dream (1:2): "I will condole in some measure." Similarly, in large measure, dating from the same period, means "to a considerable extent," as in In large measure the two sides agree. [c. 1600]
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

in some, equal, etc. ˈmeasure

(formal) to some, etc. extent or degree: The introduction of a new tax accounted in some measure for the downfall of the government. Our thanks are due in equal measure to every member of the team.
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See also:
  • in a measure
  • some measure
  • it's dogged that does it
  • (one) (has) never had it so good
  • lucky at cards, unlucky in love
  • blind luck
  • every flow has its ebb
  • every flow must have its ebb
  • albatross
  • a hot hand