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“With that being said” is a common English transitive phrase – but what does it mean? In short, this means that what you intend to say will contradict what you just said (like the word “however” or “but”). In this article, we’ll dive into the nuances of this phrase and show you exactly when and how to use it in conversation. We will also provide synonyms and similar expressions to help you express your thoughts in any situation or context.
“That being said” is a transitional phrase like “however” or “but”. This suggests that your next thought will contradict your previous thought or point, but implies that both opposing thoughts are true and valid from your point of view. For example, “I hate chickpeas. Plus, I love hummus!”
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