To put it differently
Example: To put it differently, the meeting starts at noon.
Definition
"To put it differently" is a phrase used to introduce a restatement or rephrasing of a previous statement, often to clarify or emphasize the meaning in another way. It helps ensure the listener or reader understands the point more clearly.
Etymology
The phrase "to put it differently" comes from the verb 'put' combined with the adverb 'differently,' meaning 'in a different manner.' It evolved as a way to signal a change in wording or perspective, making communication clearer by expressing the same idea in another form.
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"To put it differently" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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