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I beg to differ

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Polite Disagreement

Use when you oppose an opinion but want to show respect for the other person's view.

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The movie was fantastic! - I beg to differ, though, I found it rather boring.
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Formal Situations

Best used in discussions where politeness is important, like in a professional or academic setting.

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Our strategy is effective as is. - I beg to differ; we need to adapt to new data.
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Slightly Formal

Although polite, it's less formal than 'I respectfully disagree', appropriate for casual conversation too.

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This is the best form of government. - Well, I beg to differ.
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