Phrases Handling Misunderstandings

That's not quite what I meant.

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Meaning

My intention was different.

Examples

  • John: '<b>That's not quite what I meant</b>. I was trying to say...'
  • Alice: 'Oh, I see.'
  • John: 'Okay, I understand.'
  • Alice: '<b>That's not quite what I meant</b>. My point was...'
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