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Definition

I am mistaken; I thought that what I said (or wrote) was true, but I have just realised that it is not.

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In Context

  • "I visited Canada in 1996—no, I tell a lie, in 1997."
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Also Said As

  • that's not right
  • that's not so
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See Also

  • I stand corrected
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Related Idioms

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I never did

An exclamation of great surprise.

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I could eat a horse

I am very hungry.

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I see, said the blind man

Expressing confusion.

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I rest my case

The previous statement or proclamation encapsulates my view.
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