to a degree

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The disparity is fueling inequality to a degree that may be closer to the Gilded Age of the late 1800s than the inflationary 1970s, says Swonk.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Brazil's exports were diverted to Europe, with Germany overtaking the US as the biggest importer of Brazilian beans over the course of 2025, cushioning Europe's coffee drinkers to a degree.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

"Through our study and examination of well-preserved fossils collected throughout the north Texas region, we have evidence of violence within this species to a degree not previously seen in other Tylosaurus specimens."

From Science Daily • May 23, 2026

The podcasting industry has been embracing video at a breathless pace, to a degree where audio-only shows are becoming the exception rather than the norm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

I mean, I do sort of tell my mom everything, to a degree that’s almost pathological.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli