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A phrase used to approximate an amount. It typically follows a number or quantity of some kind. A: "How many more chairs do you think we'll need?" B: "Probably 20 or so."
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
or so
Approximately, especially alluding to a number, as in Four hundred or so guests are invited. [Late 1500s]
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
...or so
used after a number, an amount, etc. to show that it is not exact: He stayed for a week or so. Take a kilo or so of sugar...Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- (one's) best foot forward
- best foot forward
- (as) sure as eggs (is eggs)
- beck and call
- 57
- and the rest
- and how
- and how!
- in round figures
- in round figures/numbers