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Definition only too in British English

only too phrase

phrase
1

used for meaning 'very' when you wish that the situation was different

Example

The company is only too aware of the risks involved.

Example

They discovered that, unfortunately, the rumour was only too true.

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used for saying that you are very willing to do something

Example

I'd be only too happy to show you around the offices.

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Definition only too in British English