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I don't know then vs Then I don't know

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I don't know then' is used when you are unsure about something happening at that moment. 'Then I don't know' is used to express uncertainty or confusion about a situation that has been described or discussed.
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I don't know then

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used when you are unsure about something happening at that moment.

Examples:

  • I don't know then, maybe we should ask someone else.
  • If you're not sure, just say 'I don't know then.'
  • If I Don't Know, Then I'm Not Responsible ... What will I do with what I know? There is nothing more primordial than the responsibility of knowledge, and it is ...
  • Nov 9, 2021 ... ... I don't know”. Then gets put her trick deck and says “lookit, aahhh”. Never mind - just noticed that's been suggested! Upvote 2. Downvote
  • Nov 15, 2017 ... If they learn to say “I don't know,” then they can tell you they don't know and you can give them the model they need to be successful.
  • Jun 4, 2024 ... I don't know then. I've been using workforms for a while and never had that issues knock wood. 1 Like. Related Topics. Topic, Replies, Views ...
  • Dec 23, 2010 ... A asked B something, and B replied, "I don't know.", Then asked C, C shoudl reply "I don't eigher or I also don't know?" – Zhang. Commented ...
  • Nov 27, 2020 ... How should we respond to people (believers) when we say, I don't know, then they mock you? Reply · Tom Hallman says. October 24, 2012 at 1:57 ...
  • I Know Now I Don't Know Then. by Oneheart · Includes unlimited streaming via the Bandcamp app, plus download in mp3, FLAC and more · Download available in 16-bit/ ...
  • "I don't know then" in a sentence? Examples: Translator Phrasebook open_in_new These sentences come from external sources and may not be accurate.
  • Jan 26, 2023 ... Instead of doing a bad job trying to explain an answer I wasn't sure about, I just came clean and said, “I don't know.” Then the person I ...

Then I don't know

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to express uncertainty or confusion about a situation that has been described or discussed.

Examples:

  • She said she would be here by 3, but then I don't know what happened.
  • He told me the plan, but then I don't know what to do next.
  • Apr 29, 2014 ... The first sentence is correct. The second one is not. The second one should be: “If that song didn't make you dance, then I don't know what would.”
  • Jul 5, 2024 ... If you don't agree then I don't know. Meme Wednesday. r/BlackClover - If you don't agree ...
  • Sep 5, 2024 ... 195 likes, 15 comments - braiker on September 5, 2024: "First days of school now and … then. I don't know if I can take much more of this.
  • Mar 1, 2019 ... If this is considered sexualized, then I don't know anything anymore.
  • Nov 6, 2011 ... Hi all. Is there a phrase in French to express If that isn't [...], then I don't know what is. Here's my context: It won the Oscar for best ...
  • Mar 29, 2022 ... If the next Chapter isn't Fnaf then I don't know what it is. Adamzzgod Member Posts: 1. March 2022 in General Discussions. Alright ...
  • Nov 17, 2018 ... if that isn't the truth then I don't know what is. • THE NEW SIX BOOK PRE HOLIDAY BUNDLE is now available via the link on the bio FOR $12 ...
  • Aug 16, 2016 ... "If this is not love then I don't know what is." How is this sentence grammatically incorrect? Thank you. grammar · grammaticality.
  • Jan 7, 2018 ... I am so glad I got to see this performed live from the talented troubadour himself. “Well if all is fair in love and war then I don't know what ...
  • Aug 22, 2018 ... And if You Don't Know, Then I Don't Know.png. 186.77 KB - 871 x 800. And if You Don't Know, Then I Don't Know. 90 Favourites 2 Comments

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