in a sense vs In this sense

Both "in a sense" and "in this sense" are correct phrases, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "In a sense" is a more general expression used to introduce a statement that is true to some extent or from a certain perspective. On the other hand, "in this sense" is more specific and refers to the particular way in which something is true or understood.

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in a sense

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a statement that is true to some extent or from a certain perspective.

Use "in a sense" to introduce a statement that is true to some extent or from a certain perspective. It implies that the following statement is partially true or valid.

Examples:

In a sense, he was right about the situation.
The movie was a failure, but in a sense, it did raise awareness about the issue.
In a sense, we are all responsible for what happened.
She was, in a sense, the leader of the group.
In a sense, the project was successful despite the setbacks.

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Definition of 'in a sense'. in a sense. phrase. Sense is used in several expressions to indicate how true your statement is. For example, if you say that ...

Alternatives:

to some extent
in a way
partially
from a certain perspective

In this sense

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to the particular way in which something is true or understood.

Use "in this sense" to refer to the specific way in which something is true or understood. It is used to clarify or specify the meaning of a statement.

Examples:

In this sense, the term 'freedom' takes on a different meaning.
The concept of success can be understood in this sense.
In this sense, the author's words have a deeper significance.
The term 'family' can be interpreted in this sense.
In this sense, the project was a failure.

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In this sense, mindfulness is a state and not a trait. While it might be promoted by certain practices or activities, such as meditation, it is not ...

Alternatives:

in this way
from this perspective
specifically
particularly

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