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believe it or not

Expression · B1

believe it or not

Meaning

Introduces something surprising but true.

Example

Believe it or not, he learned English entirely from podcasts.

When to use it

Conversational hooks and storytelling.

Intermediate (B1): useful for everyday conversation.

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