of sorts

1. Also, of a sort. Of a kind, especially a mediocre or somewhat different kind. For example, He was wearing a jacket of sorts but no tie, or They established a constitutional government of a sort. [c. 1900]

Example Sentences

The Venezuelan-born painter lived in a utilitarian uniform of sorts.

From Los Angeles Times

The band has a new album of sorts out Sept. 19 in “Tron: Ares,” the latest film score from Reznor and his partner Atticus Ross.

From Los Angeles Times

Bublik spoke about the importance of holding serve early in the match but, having completed victory over American hopeful Tommy Paul shortly after 1:15am local time on Sunday morning, he instantly looked out of sorts.

From BBC

The soft early-season schedule will place USC in a limbo of sorts, as it will be incapable of generating any excitement for its team.

From Los Angeles Times

The war in Ukraine has evolved into a conflict driven by drone technology, and Zelensky suggested a buffer zone of sorts already existed because of the threat of drone strikes close to the front line.

From BBC