to the extent
Meanings
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preposition, adverb
As far as or up to a particular point or limit
- "I'll help you to the extent of my abilities."
- "The contract is binding to the extent of $10,000."
- "He obeyed the law to the extent that it was convenient for him."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with to the extentextent , intend , lend , mend , rend
Variants
List of all variants of to the extent that leads to same resultto the fullest extent of
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French 'extente', from 'extender', to spread out, extend.
Trivia
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The phrase 'to the extent' is often used in legal contexts.
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To the extent is a common idiom in English, but it doesn't have a direct translation in some languages.
Related Concepts
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limit: A boundary or edge, beyond which something cannot go. To the extent is often used in conjunction with a limit.
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extent: The greatest or fullest degree, range, or scope. To the extent means up to this degree or range.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.To the extent is a common idiom used to express the limit of one's involvement, obligation, or agreement.
How to Memorize "to the extent"
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visualize
- Imagine a line representing the limit of your involvement or agreement. To the extent means up to that line.
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associate
- Associate 'to the extent' with 'limit' or 'range'. Remember, it means up to a certain point or limit.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Limit-To-Extent' to remember the meaning of the phrase.
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