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  • Used to introduce a more precise explanation, clarification, or restatement of a previous remark.

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Gold and other precious metals trade in a very liquid market - that is to say, there are lots of people buying and selling all over the world at any given time.

From BBC Feb. 2, 2026

And that is to say nothing of the first responders from Los Angeles County.

From Salon Jan. 10, 2025

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  • to clarify
  • what I mean is

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  • in contrast
  • but then again
  • and another thing
  • moving on

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