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that's the thing

A phrase used to introduce a rebuttal, counterargument, or disagreement. Usually said with emphasis. Often preceded by but, see, or hmmm.
A: They're not overrated; they actually have a lot of good songs.
B: See, that's the thing. I don't think I've heard one song of theirs that I liked!
by korean_darkness October 19, 2006
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that's the thing

A phrase used by Mira Suta to convey the message that her false fact is true using a series of other false facts.
Mira: Duck Hunt is really good. His side B is really powerful!
Mike: But he's low tier, and nobody likes him or uses him.
Mira: That's the thing! Nobody knows what to expect!
by WeirdWordsWhat June 24, 2020
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that's the white thing to do

Used to describe a good decision over a bad one. Inherently racist saying that people not white make bad decisions.
A: I found this wallet and ID what should I do?
B: Mail it to him, that's the white thing to do.
A: You are correct, I will do that.
by Not politically correct May 13, 2014
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