if you must (do something)
If you have to (do something). This phrase usually indicates the speaker's reluctance. A: "All right, close the curtains if you must." B: "Thanks, the sun in my eyes was really bothering me." If you must park here, at least don't park on the grass! Tell me about your fight if you must—but I'm not taking sides!
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if you must
All right, if you have to. Sally: It's late. I have to move along. Mary: If you must. Good-bye. See you tomorrow. Alice: I'm taking these things with me. Jane: If you must, all right. They can stay here, though.
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if you ˈmust (do something)
used to say that somebody may do something but you do not really want them to: ‘Can I smoke?’ ‘If you must.’ ♢ It’s from my boyfriend, if you must know.Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017