A formulation of speech meant to impress without binding the speaker/writer. KSA is regularly used in place of further thought, of fuller expression. It is an empty gesture.
An example:

When entertaining, Padma is devoted to improvisation in the kitchen and a kind of closely monitored chaos in the dining room. [Food & Wine June 2007]

The KIND OF in the quote is used to dilute, to extend the phrase without adding to the meaning. More flower, more salt, more whatever, without increasing the flavor. Words as place holders.