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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sorta

/ˈsɔr.tə/ adverb · British & US
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What does sorta mean?

adverb

Used to indicate that something is somewhat, but not entirely, of a particular quality or characteristic. Often used to soften or mitigate the force of an expression.

Example

"I'm sorta tired, but I'll make it through the meeting."

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