An introduction to a statement that will be brief, indicating that further discussion would be futile, too lengthy, too private, etc.

(slang) say what.

Sadly; unfortunately.

Apparently, according to others.

(idiomatic) It is my estimate or opinion.

(idiomatic) An imperative form used to request that the interlocutor indicate when one should stop doing something, esp. pouring a drink, because one has reached a sufficient amount.

Would be willing or glad (to have).

(idiomatic) An apophasis used to mention another important, usually related, point: not taking into account, not to mention, without considering.

(economics) A principle whereby those who produce anything must be paid sufficiently to buy the products they make, whether it be in a local economy or the world economy.

(chiefly imperative) To open one's mouth wide and utter a prolonged /ɑ/ (usually to allow a medical examination).