Definition
the thing is, (I can't come): what I want to say is, the problem is, (I can't come)
- "I dinna want to interrupt... whatever it is that you were doin' there, but the thing is, I'm not a fan of these stereotypical Scottish acts."
- "The thing is though, the Spanish authorities are being a bit difficult."
- "Bethany : Well, the thing is - I don't really know how to say this."
- "Well the thing is - I'm sorry."
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