Well yes, but actually no

A phrase often used to point out instances of technicality, ambiguity, or hypocrisy.

1. A technicality. The meaning of the phrase in this context is "well yes, technically you are correct about superficial elements, but actually no, you are wrong about the substance in some way that invalidates the premise."

2. Ambiguity. The meaning of the phrase in this context is "well yes, some elements of this that have merit, but actually no, there are further details that must be considered."

3. Hypocrisy. The meaning of the phrase in this context is "well yes, I will say something to you to temporarily satisfy you, but actually no, my true actions will go against what I've said."

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Me: Well yes, but actually no.

by TheStray7 January 1, 2022

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Well then..

A phrase used when you don't know what to say because of a bad/melancholy mood.

Can be substituted for "alrighty then.."

Person 1: I don't like your personality.
Person 2: Well then...

by DaisyFromCaliforniaa April 4, 2010

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Well fuck me in the ass, right?

'Well fuck me in the ass, right?' is something you would use when something just isn't going swell.

Rach: my texting got turned off..

Fwing: hey, well fuck me in the ass, right?

by fwinggg brasss October 7, 2010

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Well played, sir

A fancier alternative to 'owned' or 'pwned'.

Can also be used as a compliment for a particularly good comment or as an admit to defeat after being owned.

Tom: Goddammit, why is my drain clogged again?

Bob: Because I came in it.

Tom: ...well played, sir.

by Scarletter May 31, 2010

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