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Meaning of with all due respect | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

A phrase used before disagreeing with someone or saying something they may find offensive, usually considered polite.

formal, idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

With all due respect, Sir, I don't think that's the case.”
“It seems that you are, with all due respect, wrong in this particular case — as you see the murder took place at three o'clock.”
Shepard: You have the right to your opinion, Mr. Saracino. But with all due respect, I disagree with it. Charles Saracino: I understand. I'm glad you support the democratic process, at least.”

CEFR level

C2
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