I couldn't care less

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6 August 2026

I couldn't care less

We use this expression to say we do not care at all about an idea or subject.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

Do you know who won the match between Real Madrid and Chelsea?

Honestly, I couldn’t care less. You know I hate football.

Example 2

Which colour top should I get? Pink or blue?

I couldn’t care less. We’ve been shopping for three hours and I just want to go home!

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