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Regardless of any degree or condition described by an adjective/adverb.

No matter how; ,

Used to accuse someone of hypocrisy by pointing out a fault they have themselves.

the pot calling the kettle black

An understated way of saying you're having a bad day or not feeling well, often used to downplay difficulties or respond to casual inquiries about one's well-being.

I've had better days

dependent on a specific condition being met

subject to

looking back now with a clearer understanding of past events

With the benefit of hindsight

Something cannot be denied; it’s unquestionably true.

It is undeniable that

The economic model explaining how prices are set by the interaction between how much producers are willing to sell (supply) and how much consumers want to buy (demand), reaching equilibrium when the two are equal.

supply and demand

rely on; be determined by

depend on

to consider something as important or valuable

attach importance to

An expression of hope for good luck or a positive outcome.

Fingers crossed!

Expresses a firm commitment that something will happen or remain true regardless of any circumstances.

Whatever happens,

Regard something with skepticism. (BrE variant)

take; with a pinch of salt

A dismissive concession that acknowledges a point while indicating the prior statement does not affect the overall conclusion or decision.

All the same

Used to indicate that a general rule applies unless a specific exception is explicitly mentioned.

unless otherwise stated

Used to introduce a statement that emphasizes a particular point or fact that the speaker considers especially true or important.

If there is one thing that

An evaluative pattern used to comment on something known ('the fact that ...').

The fact that; is

a situation characterized by respect for the law and control of crime

law and order

cause; result in; guide to a place

lead to

to cause something to happen or exist

give rise to

A warm generic sign-off wishing someone well.

All the best!

Having acknowledged the previous point; nevertheless.

That being said

Spoil someone’s plans or happiness.

rain on ; parade

Over a prolonged period; eventually.

In the long run

resulting from or caused by something, often an undesirable situation

due to

in my opinion; the way I understand or interpret the situation

As I see it

A pseudo-cleft construction that highlights the most important element in a situation.

What matters is

Work focused on innovation and improving products or services, typically in corporate or technical settings.

research and development

be owned by; be a member of

belong to

to make good use of an opportunity or resource; also can mean exploiting unfairly

take advantage of

Wishing someone a safe trip.

Safe journey!

Ultimately; when everything is considered

At the end of the day

Support words with actions; do what you say.

walk the talk

The speaker's personal experience validates a suggestion or warning, implying trustworthiness through shared past mistakes.

Take it from me

indicating the reason for something, often in a formal context

owing to

proves or demonstrates that something is true (especially a general truth)

It goes to show that

Introduces the central issue that needs to be decided or considered.

The question is whether

the degree or scale to which something happens or is true

the extent to which

consider carefully before deciding

think over

to utilize or put something into practical action, often emphasizing availability or efficiency

make use of

The standard greeting used to celebrate someone's birthday.

Happy birthday!

It expresses the essential or most important point being made; it signals that further details can be omitted.

The bottom line is; that

Something considered an excellent and useful innovation.

the best thing since sliced bread

I have a persistent intuition or suspicion that I can't get rid of.

I can't shake the feeling that

Indicates the reason for a positive outcome, sometimes used sarcastically.

thanks to

it is probable that; the probability is

The likelihood is that

A structure to express personal evaluation of a situation described by a that-clause.

I find it; that

Introduces a statement asserting something as true; signals that what follows is an established or accepted truth.

the fact that

Discuss or consider a matter collaboratively.

talk over

to assume responsibility for, to look after

take care of

Expression of sympathy when receiving bad news.

I'm sorry to hear that