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formal
polite
A courteous prefatory phrase used when expressing disagreement, criticism, or contradiction while signaling deference to the addressee.
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formal
ironical
colloquial
A formulaic or ironic preface that often indicates an impending blunt, dismissive, or strongly contrary statement rather than genuine deference.
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