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Definition someone can’t say (something) in British English

someone can’t say (something) phrase

phrase
1

a polite way of saying that you do not know something

Example

We can't say when the train will arrive.

2

a polite way of saying that you do not want to give information to someone

Example

We can't say what's in the report - it's highly confidential.

Synonyms and related words
3

used for saying that you do not have a particular opinion

Example

I can't say I blame you for being annoyed.

Definition someone can’t say (something) in British English