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Definition I hate to in British English

I hate to phrase

phrase
1

used for showing that you are sorry about what you are going to say, because you think it is unpleasant or you wish it was not true

Example

I hate to admit it, but Sam may be right.

Example

I hate to say this, but I think you've probably lost your money.

Definition I hate to  in British English