I tell you
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I tell you
1. A phrase emphasizing that the speaker is about to present their opinion on something. I tell you, this burger might be the best I've ever had.
2. I assure you; please listen to what I am saying because it is important. You've got the wrong man, I tell you!
See also: tell
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I ˈtell you
,I can ˈtell you
,I’m ˈtelling you
,I can’t ˈtell you how, etc. ...
(spoken) used to emphasize what you are saying, especially when it is surprising or difficult to believe: It’s not as easy as it looks, I’m telling you. ♢ I can’t tell you how happy I felt (= it is difficult to describe my happiness, because it was so great).See also: tell
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