I dare say

Idioms  

1. I venture to assert or affirm, as in I dare say my point of view will be heard . [c. 1300]

2. Also, I daresay . I presume or assume to be likely, as in I daresay you'll be invited . This usage is more common in Britain than in America. [Mid-1700s]

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I dare say

But even if they hadn’t fallen, I dare say that Apple’s focus on hardware over software would have been the right one.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 2, 2026

"There are flights full of supporters coming from Morocco to the United States. Moroccans from around the world have travelled to follow the team. I dare say Morocco will have the stronger support."

From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026

"I saw a post about Hitler being a narcissist. I dare say that was the least of his problems."

From Salon ● May 9, 2024

I dare say those who find that Coke-wine drink vile will enjoy this classy, contemporary riff.

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 23, 2023

“Hush! It won’t come to anything, I dare say, but I couldn’t rest till I had tried, and I said nothing about it because I didn’t want anyone else to be disappointed.”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

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