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some
01
roughly or around a stated number
Examples
There were some 50 people at the event.
The hike was some 10 kilometers long.
InformalExamples
His accent faded some after years abroad.
The pain has eased some since this morning.
some
01
used to express an unspecified amount or number of something
Examples
I need to buy some groceries.
There are some cookies in the jar.
02
an unknown or unspecified person or thing
InformalExamples
I heard it from some neighbor down the street.
Some guy called asking for you.
03
a considerable or notable amount or number of something
FormalExamples
It took some effort to lift the box.
That 's some responsibility you've taken on.
04
used to indicate a portion, however small, of a group or quantity
Examples
Some books in the collection are rare.
Some people enjoy jazz, others do n't.
05
used to express admiration of something impressive or remarkable
Examples
That was some performance!
You 've made some progress!
5.1
used ironically to express disapproval, sarcasm, or disbelief
Examples
Some friend you are; leaving without a word.
That was some help you gave us!
some
01
used to denote a certain, but unspecified, portion or selection of things or people
Examples
Some prefer tea to coffee.
Could you give me some?
02
used to refer to at least a few people or things out of a group
Examples
Not everyone finished the test on time, but some did.
Some have already signed up, though most have n't responded.
