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English Dictionaryto say the leastused to show that what you are describing is in fact much more serious or important than you have suggested:
It's going to be awkward, to say the least. [TahlilGaran] Advanced Learner's Dictionary ▲
Idiomsto say the leastto not mention as much as you could about something. The dinner was tasteless, to say the least. [TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲
to say the leastat the very least, without dwelling on the subject
After walking all day I am tired to say the least.
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to say the least v. phr. To understate; express as mildly as possible.
After all we did for him, his behavior toward us, to say the least, was a poor way to show his appreciation. [TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲