Phrase guide

some old

det · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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det

Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see some, old.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

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det

Meaning 2

Some, some unspecified or yet-undetermined one (especially for emphasis).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US, idiomatic, informal

Examples

  • Don't worry, I'll find some old way to do it.

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History

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: ~ intensifier adverb bien — some
  • Swedish: en eller annan — some