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4 June 2025

That said

We use this expression to introduce a contrast to what has been said before. It is often a mild form of disagreement.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

He's a great student and he learns well in class.

That said, he can be quite naughty sometimes.

Yes, I know.

Example 2

It's pretty long, The Lord of the Rings ?

Yes, but that said, it might have been more confusing if it were shorter.

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