of a
idiom
US, informal
—used to indicate that someone or something is a particular type of person or thing
her idiot of a husband
It is not that much of a problem.
It wasn't that difficult of a shot.
How big of a piece do you want?
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The charge carries of a sentence of up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
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Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Today, a high school team can put a tiny CubeSat into space for around the cost of a midsize car.
—Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
Pipkins is charged with kidnapping and first-degree murder in perpetration of a kidnapping.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
The start of a new season could be a perfect time to evaluate your nutritional habits.
—Colleen Murphy, Health, 28 Oct. 2025
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Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Today, a high school team can put a tiny CubeSat into space for around the cost of a midsize car.
—Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
Pipkins is charged with kidnapping and first-degree murder in perpetration of a kidnapping.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
The start of a new season could be a perfect time to evaluate your nutritional habits.
—Colleen Murphy, Health, 28 Oct. 2025
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“Of a.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/of%20a. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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