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With that being said (phrase) means used to introduce a point that qualifies or partly contradicts what you have just said, while acknowledging that the earlier point still stands. Example: “The car is fifteen years old and the paint is going. With that being said, the engine is perfect.”

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Used to introduce a point that qualifies or partly contradicts what you have just said, while acknowledging that the earlier point still stands.

"The car is fifteen years old and the paint is going. With that being said, the engine is perfect."

"I think the policy is well intentioned. With that being said, it will not survive contact with a real budget."

How to use with that being said

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA polite way of saying "but" after agreeing with something.

When to use it

Neutral and very common in speech, presentations and blog writing. Editors often trim it to the tighter "that said", and some style guides consider the full form padded.

Memory tip

It sits at the start of a sentence and is followed by a comma. Do not use it mid-sentence in place of "but".

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Common pairings

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Rhymes for with that being said

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between "with that being said" and "that being said"?

There is no difference in meaning; both signal a contrasting point. "That being said" is shorter and preferred by most editors, and "with that being said" is more common in speech, where the extra words give the speaker a beat to think.

Is "with that being said" grammatically correct?

Yes. It is an absolute construction, the same pattern as "all things considered" or "weather permitting". The objection to it is stylistic wordiness, not grammar.

What can I use instead of "with that being said" in formal writing?

"That said", "nevertheless", "even so" or a plain "however" all do the same job in fewer words. In academic writing, "nonetheless" is the safest substitute.

What is the meaning of with that being said?

"with that being said" (phrase) means used to introduce a point that qualifies or partly contradicts what you have just said, while acknowledging that the earlier point still stands.

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