Answering difficult questions in other way

I’m not (too) sure

Q:Do you think computers make life easier?

A:I’m not (too) sure, to be honest, but I reckon they do make life easier because…

I can’t say for sure, but …

Q:Do you think computers make life easier?

A:I can’t say for sure, but it seems to me, that by and large, they do make life easier. Let me give you an example…

  • But it seems to me = I think
  • By and large = generally speaking

Off the top of my head, I would say…

Q:Will we use computers more in the future?

A:Off the top of my head, I would say yes, we will. The reason I think so is becasue…

As far as I can see

Q:Do you think computers make life easier?

A:As far as I can see, they do. For instance they help us do our work more effectively, espcially when it comes to preparing reports or presentations.

I’d hazard a guess that

Q:Why do some people dislike computers?

A:I’d hazard a guess that it’s because of their age. That may be the case. I mean a lot of older people don’t like computers because they don’t really understand how to use them.

  • I’d hazard a guess = I’m guessing
  • That may be the case = It might be true

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