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in the special way that one wishes or demands (I don't like doing it your way. I want to do it in my own way. • I prefer to do it in my own way.  thefreedictionary.com); in a manner that is unique to oneself (No, I'm not great at accounting, but I do have a lot of business experience, so I think I can help you guys in my own way. thefreedictionary.com); in a manner that one prefers (Aunt Edna always insists on doing everything in her own way—even if it takes twice as long. thefreedictionary.com); as the best one can do; using a personal and individual strategy (I don't know the answer to the problem, but perhaps I can help in my own way. • She couldn't go to war and carry a gun, but she helped the war effort in her own way. thefreedictionary.com); if regarded from a particular standpoint appropriate to that person or thing (She's become iconic in her own way over the years. • It's a good enough book in its way • It's macho enough, and he would probably think it was quite avant-garde in its way. • In all seriousness, it was entertaining and fun in its own way. • And, in its own way, this pursuit is what makes every day exciting and challenging. • It's a bit less effort then a hill climb perhaps, but challenging in its own way. • Each show is different in its own way and that's what keeps you going. • We were together though, the three of us and although we would have had more fun with a full house, it was lovely in its own way. • It's different to the middle of the day - much more mellow, but so striking in its own way. • Everyone is gifted in their own way. • Theyre empire builders, in their own way. • In her own way she accomplished a lot. lexico.com) |
