more or less

1. Approximately, as in The truck will hold nine yards of dirt, more or less . This usage was first recorded in 1589.

2. Basically, essentially, as in We more or less agree on the substance of the letter . This usage was first recorded about 1225.

Example Sentences

"This could also apply to new terrain that forms after earthquakes or landslides where you have more or less the same situation, a mineral or rock-based substrate."

From Science Daily

They held meetings in Trump Tower in New York to vet candidates and policies in a more or less formal atmosphere.

From Salon

“It’s a perfect time to take advantage of some of these more or less empty office buildings.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Coming Back to Life” starts more or less a cappella, so it’s got to be spot-on.

From Los Angeles Times

The polls have more or less shown a tied race nationally and in the swing states for the past couple of months.

From Salon