English Language & Usage Asked on November 25, 2020
What’s the difference between "I stand corrected." and "I stand to be corrected."?
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"I stand corrected" is usually the more common expression.
"I stand to be corrected." means this according to a person on this forum:
It's a quick way of saying 'I might be wrong about that statement I have just made and feel sure somebody will put me right if that is the case'.
I hope this answers your question.
Answered by Cyhiraeth on November 25, 2020
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