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scratch that
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olvídalo, mejor no
used to tell someone to ignore or disregard something that was just said
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "scratch that" and when to use it?
The exact historical origin of the idiom "scratch that" is not precisely documented, but it likely emerged as a way to suggest "erasing" or "revising" a statement or decision, similar to how one might scratch out or erase a written note or word. This idiomatic expression has evolved over time and is now commonly used in everyday language to indicate the cancellation or retraction of something previously stated or planned.
Example
I initially planned to go to the beach this weekend, but scratch that; I have to work overtime.
Inicialmente planeé ir a la playa este fin de semana, pero olvídalo, mejor no; tengo que trabajar horas extra.
I was going to order pizza for dinner, but scratch that, I'll cook something at home.
Iba a pedir pizza para la cena, pero olvídalo, mejor cocinaré algo en casa.
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