don't know
The phrase "don't know" is commonly used to express uncertainty, lack of knowledge, or doubt in various contexts.
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Definition
A2General Communication
(informal)To lack knowledge or information about something.
Example
- I don't know the answer to that question.
- She asked me about the meeting, but I don't know the details.
B1Surveys and Polls
(formal)A response indicating uncertainty or lack of opinion on a topic.
Example
- In the survey, many respondents selected 'don't know' when asked about the new policy.
B2Idiomatic Usage
(idiomatic)To express doubt or uncertainty about something or someone.
Example
- I don't know about that; it sounds too good to be true.
- I don't know about him, but I think we should proceed with caution.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "don't know":
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