in terms of

Idioms  

1. As measured or indicated by, on the basis of. For example, How far is it in terms of miles? This usage originated in mathematics, where it alludes to numerical units. [Mid-1700s]

2. In relation to, with reference to, as in This film offers nothing in terms of satisfactory entertainment . [Late 1800s]

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Example Sentences

“I’m not going to give advice to any European countries, but in terms of civic education, national identity and national unity, there is probably nothing better than compulsory military service,” Stubb said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

Firms that have originated the credit are retaining the vast majority of credit-risk exposure and are “actually very engaged in terms of monitoring and potentially restructuring the loans if there are any challenges,” Adrian said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

"I don't feel Harrods has gone far enough yet in terms of the accountability side of things and I feel like that there needs to be more transparency throughout this process."

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

"Driving an EV is so much better than driving a petroleum vehicle, in terms of costs and also in terms of saving fuel, queuing to fill up," the school teacher said.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Aristotle explained natural processes in terms of four causes: formal, final, material and efficient.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton