What is another word for with a grain of salt?

Pronunciation: [wɪð ɐ ɡɹˈe͡ɪn ɒv sˈɒlt] (IPA)

The phrase "with a grain of salt" means to take something with skepticism or doubt. This idiom has several synonyms which can be used interchangeably such as "with a pinch of salt", "with a grain of skepticism", "with some reservations", "with caution" and "with a skeptical eye". These synonyms can be used in situations where one needs to be cautious about the authenticity of something they have received or heard. It is essential to take these situations with critical thinking and doubts to avoid being misled. Using these alternative phrases can add spice to one's language and make them sound more eloquent and precise.

What are the hypernyms for With a grain of salt?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with With a grain of salt

  • What I know about Mike Tyson, I see in the boxing ring. As far as all of the gossip stuff that I hear about him, I know first hand to take that with a grain of salt.
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  • Hemingway hated me. I sold 200 million books, and he didn't. Of course most of mine sold for 25 cents, but still... you look at all this stuff with a grain of salt.
    Mickey Spillane

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