the thing is...
the thing is
The main or fundamental issue or element (of what's being discussed). I agree with your point, but the thing is, if we agree to increase spending for education, then all sorts of other public utilities will go underfunded as a result.
See also: thing
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
the (only) thing ˈis...
(spoken) used before mentioning a worry or problem you have with something: I’d love to come — the only thing is I might be late.See also: thing
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- the thing is
- the thing of it is
- agree to
- concur on (someone or something) with (one)
- concur with (one) on (someone or something)
- against the current
- (Do) you feel (me)?
- approve
- approve of
- come down to the wire