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Vsuresh Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

I'm afraid

Hi.

Please tell me if this sentence is correct.
"I'm afraid I don't want to be called a liar."
  

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I'm afraid is a standard expression used to politely introduce a statement that may offend or upset the listener in some way. The regret can be real or pretended. eg I'm afraid that I cannot marry you.

— Clive

  • I'm afraid is a standard expression used to politely introduce a statement that may offend or upset the listener in some way.
  • The regret can be real or pretended.
  • eg I'm afraid that I cannot marry you.
  • eg I'm afraid that you are mistaken..
  • eg I'm afraid you are a liar.
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I'm afraid is a standard expression used to politely introduce a statement that may offend or upset the listener in some way.

The regret can be real or pretended.

eg I'm afraid that I cannot marry you.
eg I'm afraid that you are mista
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Thank you,Clive.

Suresh
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