insofar

[in-suh-fahr, -soh-] / ˌɪn səˈfɑr, -soʊ- /

ADVERB

to such an extent

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inasmuch as

STRONG

as considering

WEAK

because seeing that since taking into account while

Example Sentences

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Olaf told the BBC that any documents would now be analysed and that "IT forensics" would be done, insofar as they were available after so many years.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

But they should be considered a nonzero recessionary risk, insofar as sector-specific shocks have been historical contributors.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Finally, insofar as Kagan cited to legislative history, she did so only briefly and in a footnote.

From Slate • Mar. 4, 2026

Or should we instead focus on human capital, addressing cultural issues only insofar as they get in the way?

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 30, 2025

Jacques looked peevish, insofar as dragons are able to look anything.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell