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I could care less
Used when dismissing a topic or expressing indifference in conversation.
Literal Meaning
I have the ability or capacity to care less about something
Actual Meaning
Usually meant as 'I don't care at all' (grammatically incorrect but widely used)
Examples in Context

Friend: 'What about their drama?' 'I could care less.' (Translation: I don't care at all)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Should be 'couldn't care less'
  • 2Meaning is clear despite grammar
  • 3Shows strong disinterest
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
I don't care
not my problem
couldn't care less
it's not a big deal
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