to a lesser extent

• Фраза, используемая для указания на то, что что-то применимо или верно, но не в такой степени или не так сильно, как что-то другое, упомянутое ранее.

A phrase used to indicate that something applies or is true, but not as much or as strongly as something else previously mentioned.

1. Not as much or not as stronglyB2formal

   Used to indicate that something is true or applies, but not as much as something else that has been mentioned.

   В меньшей степени

   • The new policy affects large companies, and to a lesser extent, small businesses.
   • He enjoys playing tennis, and to a lesser extent, golf.
   • The study focused on urban areas, and to a lesser extent, rural communities.