only too

1. At the very least, as a matter of fact, as in I know only too well that I can't win the lottery . This usage was first recorded in 1817.

2. Very, extremely, as in I am only too glad to help . This usage was first recorded in 1899.

Example Sentences

With Asprilla watching from the stands on Thursday, the current side do not have to look too far into the history books for inspiration, as Barton knows only too well.

From BBC

The first lady appears only too happy to fake compassion — with the likely help of AI — in exchange for living the coddled life of a trophy wife.

From Salon

But we have a lot of deep-seated problems and cultural idiosyncrasies that Newsom’s rivals — Democrat and Republican — would be only too happy to hang around his neck.

From Los Angeles Times

Meanwhile, political opponents who claim net zero is an expensive dead end are only too ready to pounce.

From BBC

"We know only too well that the Lynskey family have had hopes raised before only to be bitterly disappointed and so, as ever, expectations have to be managed," Mr Henry said.

From BBC