that
∞
1.0
- adverb
- /ðæt/
:
tan
- But it's not that hard to do now.
- that much
- that far
- that different
You know, it wouldn't be that hard to map.
- You know, it wouldn't be that hard to map.
Examples
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In contrast to several other Likud leaders, Arens's perspective was not that different from Rabin's.
Academic text (1991) -
- Come on, Ann, it's not that complicated.
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Oh my God, is it that bad?
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Your marriage may not be that strong.
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Actually, it's not that bad.
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I mean, am I that ugly to him?
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The survivors would not last that long in the freezing water.
Academic text (2011) -
Well, I wouldn't go that far.
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She doesn't care about you that much.
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It wouldn't be so surprising if the results weren't that impressive.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Idioms
- Informal
7
4.0
Something that keeps bringing good things or joy over a long time
- Offensive
5
9.9
A phrase people say to show strong surprise or that they do not believe what someone just said
- Archaic
3
9.3
To tell viewers or listeners to keep watching and not change the channel during a break in the show
To destroy a steady source of income by greedy short-term choices
- Archaic
1
9.1
Tell someone not to change the radio or television channel before a show returns
- Informal
To deal with a problem only when it happens, not before
Stay loyal to people or groups that supported you
- Informal
A person who finally gets what they wanted but does not know what to do next
To smile in a proud, secret way because you feel pleased with yourself
People criticize and pressure those who stand out to be like everyone else
- Informal
A person who looks very pleased because they have a secret success
Families stay close and strong by spending time together
Compounds
- Slang
A person who feels very close to a fictional character and sees themselves in that character
How Much
Surface Forms
Etymology
That as an adverb comes from the Old English þæt, which once meant 'to that degree', so when you say 'not that interesting' you mean 'not to that degree'.