Used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying point after something you've just stated.
We don't have much time to prepare. That said, I think we can still put together something solid.The restaurant isn't cheap. That said, the food is genuinely worth it.
02Throw someone off
To confuse, distract, or cause someone to lose focus or make a mistake.
The question wasn't hard, but the way it was worded completely threw me off.A: You seemed uncertain up there.B: Yeah, someone walked in late and it just threw me off.
03Go through the motions
To do something without real effort or genuine feeling — performing out of habit or obligation rather than real interest.
After the team lost any chance at the playoffs, the last few games felt like they were just going through the motions.A: How's the job these days?B: Honestly, I'm just going through the motions until something better comes along.