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Oh don't give me that

UK//əʊ dəʊnt ˈɡɪv miː ðæt//US//oʊ doʊnt ɡɪv mi ðæt//

Meaning of Oh don't give me that

An expression showing disbelief or irritation at someone's statement.

In simple words: Don't say that to me; I don't believe you.

Oh don't give me that in a sentence

  • Oh, don't give me that, I know you were lying.
  • When he said he was too busy, I just replied, 'Oh, don't give me that!'
  • She rolled her eyes and said, 'Oh, don't give me that excuse again.'

How to use Oh don't give me that

Used in casual conversation to express disbelief or annoyance. Avoid in formal situations or when a serious tone is needed.

Grammar pattern

standalone expression

Memory hint

Think of someone rolling their eyes while saying it; it shows disbelief.

Related words

Collocations with Oh don't give me that

  • give me that excuse
  • give me that look
  • give me that story

Synonyms for Oh don't give me that

Common mistakes with Oh don't give me that

  • Used in serious contexts when it sounds too casual.
  • Confused with 'oh, don't start with that'.
  • Overused in situations that may require a more polite expression.

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Frequently asked questions about Oh don't give me that

What does Oh don't give me that mean?

Don't say that to me; I don't believe you.

What is the definition of Oh don't give me that?

An expression showing disbelief or irritation at someone's statement.

How do you use Oh don't give me that in a sentence?

Oh, don't give me that, I know you were lying.

Can you give another example of Oh don't give me that?

When he said he was too busy, I just replied, 'Oh, don't give me that!'

What are synonyms for Oh don't give me that?

Common alternatives include come on, give me a break, don't kid me, seriously.

What words go with Oh don't give me that?

It commonly pairs with give me that excuse, give me that look, give me that story.

What are common mistakes when using Oh don't give me that?

Used in serious contexts when it sounds too casual. Confused with 'oh, don't start with that'. Overused in situations that may require a more polite expression.

How do you pronounce Oh don't give me that?

US: //oʊ doʊnt ɡɪv mi ðæt//, UK: //əʊ dəʊnt ˈɡɪv miː ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Oh don't give me that formal or informal?

"Oh don't give me that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Oh don't give me that?

Used in casual conversation to express disbelief or annoyance. Avoid in formal situations or when a serious tone is needed.