to say the least

1. Not to exaggerate, as in When the ring turned up in the lost and found, she was delighted, to say the least. This idiom was first recorded in 1809.

Example Sentences

The initial years were challenging, to say the least.

From BBC

It's a long shot, to say the least, and Verstappen says he's "not thinking about it".

From BBC

“She’s been an enormous part of our success for a decade. Not only did she keep me and many others in line, she did it with dignity, class and kindness to say the least.”

From Los Angeles Times

That exchange edged on hostile to say the least.

From BBC

“While ultimately helping them live out their dreams on the football field. All of this while they are navigating growing up. It’s everything and more, way more, than I could have ever imagined it being. That’s what being a part of this for so long has been. I am very grateful, to say the least, and also very proud.”

From Los Angeles Times