ENGLISH
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I think so

idiom
Meaning

A phrase you use to say you believe something is true, but you are not 100% sure. It is a soft way to agree with someone.


Examples
SIMPLE

Is the store open now? I think so.

CONTEXTUAL

I think so, but you should probably check the website to be completely sure.

COMPLEX

Although the evidence remains inconclusive, I think so, provided that the current trends continue throughout the fiscal year.

Last updated April 22, 2026