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Of one kind, sort, etc. or another

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Commonly used to emphasize variety within a category without specifying every possibility. SlideAt the fair, there were games of one kind or another for everyone.
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It may suggest a lack of concern for the specifics, focusing instead on the overall concept. SlideThey were discussing politics of one sort or another.
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Highlights the presence of different types within a single subject, but not necessarily a large number. SlideThe workshop tackled issues of one kind or another.