Opinion - Disagreement or Disapproval

Explore English idioms regarding disagreement or disapproval with examples like "cross swords" and "hue and cry".

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hard pass [phrase]

a very firm rejection of something, particularly an offer

Ex: Someone proposed a risky investment opportunity , but I immediately gave it a hard pass due to the potential financial risks involved .

no dice [interjection]

used to say that one has no chance in achieving success or is out of luck when trying to do something

Ex: When I requested more time to finish the project , my boss said no dice because the deadline was immovable .

I beg to (differ|disagree) [sentence]

used to politely express disagreement with what has just been stated

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thumbs down [noun]

used to indicate failure or disapproval

Ex: The proposal was given thumbs down by the committee since it failed to provide enough details .

with (all due|) respect [phrase]

used to politely express complete disagreement

Ex: With respect , I think you ’re wrong .

at odds [phrase]

(of opinions) in complete disagreement with each other

Ex: The siblings found themselves at odds when it came to deciding how to spend their vacation .

[pearl] of wisdom [phrase]

a valuable piece of advice or knowledge gained through experience

Ex: As a mentor , he often provided pearls of wisdom to his protégés , guiding them through the complexities of their careers .

to [have] another thing coming [phrase]

to say that someone's opinion or judgment is completely wrong

Ex: If you assume the task is simple , you have another thing coming when you see the detailed requirements .

all wet [phrase]

used to describe something or someone as completely mistaken or incorrect

Ex: Your argument that the Earth is flat is all wet ; scientific evidence overwhelmingly supports a spherical shape .

enough to make a cat laugh [phrase]

very strange or shocking, particularly in a way that is hilarious

Ex: Trying to convince the teacher that the dog ate his homework was enough to make a cat laugh , as it was an excuse everyone had heard before .

to [back] the wrong horse [phrase]

to support someone who has very little or no chance of success

Ex: It 's a shame your friend backed the wrong horse on the big project - if only they had chosen the more qualified team .

poles apart [phrase]

not having anything or much in common

Ex: The two companies are poles apart in their approach to customer service ; one prioritizes efficiency , while the other values personalized interactions .

to each {one's} own [sentence]

used to say that each person has their unique set of preferences and ideologies

Ex: I may not understand his fascination with horror movies , but to each his own .

to [draw] (the|a) line [phrase]

to define a limit concerning what action or thing one refuses to do or tolerate

Ex: It 's essential to draw a line between constructive criticism and personal attacks during a debate .

to [cross] swords [phrase]

to argue or have a disagreement with someone

Ex: As the negotiations reached a critical point , the business partners began to cross swords over the terms of the partnership agreement .

hue and cry [phrase]

a public display of disapproval or anger

Ex: The investigative report on corruption in government sparked a hue and cry for accountability and reforms .

to [kick] up a fuss [phrase]

to demonstrate one's anger or objection loudly, often in public

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nothing doing [interjection]

used as a firm refusal to something, particularly to someone's request

Ex: When the idea of extending the meeting for another hour was suggested , several participants chimed in with a resounding " nothing doing . "

to [sing] a different (tune|song) [phrase]

to talk or act differently because of a change in opinion, behavior, or attitude, especially one that happens abruptly

Ex: When confronted with evidence of the error , he had to sing a different tune and admit that he was responsible for the mistake .

sticking point [noun]

a subject or issue over which people disagree and therefore no progress can be made

Ex: The trade deal seemed promising , but disagreements over tariffs became a sticking point between the two countries .

flip side [phrase]

the opposite or contrasting aspect of a situation, idea, or argument

Ex: Technology has improved our lives in many ways ; the flip side is that it has also increased our dependence on devices .

Opinion
Agreement or Approval	Disagreement or Disapproval	Criticism	Rebuke
Expressing Opinions	Discussion	Point of View	Making a Point
Thoughts & Assumptions	Argument	Quarrel