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Definition I don’t know in British English

I don’t know phrase

phrase
1

used for saying that you are not certain about something

Example

I don't know whether economic issues were discussed specifically.

2

used for saying that you do not completely agree

Example

'It'll be boring.' 'Oh I don't know. It might be fun.'

Example

I don't know that we need to discuss this.

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3

used when you are giving your opinion and want to find out what someone else thinks

Example

I don't know about you, but I'm starving.

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4

used for criticizing someone

Example

I don't know what they were thinking of.

Example

I don't know how he could be so cruel.

Definition I don’t know in British English