beg to differ
The phrase "beg to differ" is a polite way to express disagreement, often used to soften the tone in discussions.
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Definition
B2General
(formal, polite)To express disagreement in a respectful manner.
Example
- I understand your point, but I beg to differ.
- She begged to differ, offering her own perspective on the issue.
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