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some·thing (sumt̸hiŋ)

  1. a thing that is not definitely known, understood, or identified; some undetermined thing something went wrong
  2. some thing or things, definite but unspecified have something to eat
  3. a bit; a little something over an hour

noun

Informal an important or remarkable person or thing

adverb

  1. a little; somewhat looks something like me
  2. Informal really; quite sounds something awful

something Idioms

something else

Slang a really remarkable person or thing

something Synonyms

something

pron.

something Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • rarity: Thatâs where the management element comes in.â Sadly, that combination of skills is something of rarity.
  • misnomer: It is something of a misnomer since it means something quite different from just clear or vivid dreaming.
  • surprise: The positive impact of writing was seen in all three studies, and was something of a surprise.
  • understatement: To say her filmography, and indeed, her life had been colorful would be something of an understatement.
  • renaissance: Patchwork is enjoying something of a renaissance and more people see it as an exciting contemporary art form.
  • disappointment: I have to say that this morning was something of a disappointment.

Converse of object

  • do: I like to be doing something, to be on the go, thinking, whatever.
  • say: Why do we say something is out of whack?
  • want: Our client wanted something extra to take his living space to the next level of modern design.
  • find: Our Housing Services team can help you find something suitable.
  • know: At present, we believe nobody knows, something Ruth Kelly will have to change.
  • try: And if you're looking for some tips, why not try something simple and elegant?

Preposition: for

  • everyone: With sites of varying sizes there is undoubtedly something for everyone.
  • everybody: In short, this is a region that offers something for everybody.

Adjective modifier

  • least: At least, something consistent with the Biblical message.
  • there's: The priority-setting exercises that don't deliver what residents want and the partners who don't budge unless there's something in it for them.
  • theres: Unless if theres something else in the config which is resetting the region?

Modifies a noun

  • happening: However, definitely during the night there must be something happening.
  • sensible: It only resolves into something sensible at ¼ , ½ and ¾ of a millimeter.
  • I: Talking about bookies is something I cannot add to as I have never placed a bet.

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