Phrase guide

silly me

intj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Meaning 1

An expression used to convey mild self-deprecation or to acknowledge a mistake or oversight.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: humorous, idiomatic, informal

Examples

  • Oh, silly me! I forgot to buy the apples!
  • Silly me, I thought it was Saturday today!

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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