That depends

that (all) depends

The possibility or likelihood of some outcome depends on one or more unspecified factors. A: "So, would you be willing to join our company?" B: "Well, that depends—what kind of salary are we talking about?" Is it legal? Yes. Is it ethical? Well, that all depends.
See also: depend, that
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

That (all) depends.

My answer depends on factors that have yet to be discussed. Tom: Will you be able to come to the meeting on Thursday night? Mary: That all depends. Bob: Can I see you again? Sally: That depends.
See also: depend, that
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

it/that (all) deˈpends

(informal) perhaps; possibly: ‘Would you marry him if he asked you to?’ ‘I might. It all depends.’ ‘But is it right to send people to prison?’ ‘It depends what you mean by right!’
See also: depend, that
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • it (all) depends
  • it/that depends
  • that (all) depends
  • which foot the shoe is on
  • whose foot the shoe is on
  • catch (one) another time
  • calculated risk
  • at the very worst
  • at the worst
  • at worst
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