As strange as it may sound vs Strange as it may seem,

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English to introduce a surprising or unusual statement. They are interchangeable and convey the same meaning.

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As strange as it may sound

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a surprising or unusual statement.

This phrase is used to introduce a statement that may sound unusual or surprising to the listener.

Examples:

As strange as it may sound, I actually enjoy doing laundry.
As strange as it may sound, she prefers cold pizza over fresh.
As strange as it may sound, I find comfort in rainy days.
As strange as it may sound, he has never watched a movie in his life.
As strange as it may sound, I have a fear of balloons.

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Alternatives:

strange as it may seem
odd as it may appear
unusual as it may appear
peculiar as it may seem
curious as it may sound

Strange as it may seem,

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to introduce a surprising or unusual statement.

This phrase is used to introduce a statement that may seem strange or surprising to the listener.

Examples:

Strange as it may seem, I actually enjoy doing laundry.
Strange as it may seem, she prefers cold pizza over fresh.
Strange as it may seem, I find comfort in rainy days.
Strange as it may seem, he has never watched a movie in his life.
Strange as it may seem, I have a fear of balloons.

Alternatives:

as strange as it may sound
odd as it may appear
unusual as it may appear
peculiar as it may seem
curious as it may sound

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