Phrase guide

not to say

conj · phrase · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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conj

Meaning 1

Even; perhaps; almost.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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phrase

Meaning 2

Used to clarify a statement: not intended to mean.

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: om niet te zeggen — even; perhaps; almost
  • French: pour ne pas dire — even; perhaps; almost
  • Polish: żeby nie powiedzieć — even; perhaps; almost