Don’t blame me
phrase
Used to tell someone not to hold you responsible for a problem.
Don’t blame me if you miss the bus. I told you to leave earlier.
Often appears as...
- don't blame me if
- don't blame me for
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to express that one should not be blamed, especially when one has given a warning or advice about something.
Don't blame me, I warned you not to trust him.
Often appears as...
- don't blame me
- i
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to tell someone not to hold you responsible for a problem.
Don’t blame me if you miss the bus. I told you to leave earlier.
Often appears as...
- don't blame me if
- don't blame me for
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Used to express that one should not be blamed, especially when one has given a warning or advice about something.
Don't blame me, I warned you not to trust him.
Often appears as...
- don't blame me
- i
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Consequence Warning
Used before a potential negative outcome you've warned about to reinforce your non-responsibility.
Don't blame me if you fail the test; I suggested studying together.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Caution
Popular in casual speech; less suited for formal situations like business or academic discussions.
Don't blame me for the mix-up; that's just how it happened.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoiding Fault
Stresses that the speaker warned or gave advice which the listener didn't heed.
Don't blame me when no one comes to your party; I said Fridays were bad.
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