No hard feelings

phrase

An expression used to say that you are not angry or upset about something that has happened.

I know we had our differences, but I hope there are no hard feelings now.

Often appears as...

i hope no hard feelings
i trust no hard feelings

Usage tips

Colloquial

phrase

An expression used to say that you are not angry or upset about something that has happened.

I know we had our differences, but I hope there are no hard feelings now.

Often appears as...

i hope no hard feelings
i trust no hard feelings

Usage tips

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 1

Visual representation of "no hard feelings"

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Positive Closure

Used to end a disagreement or argument on good terms, signaling moving on.

We lost the game, but no hard feelings, right?

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Sincerity Questioned

Sometimes used sarcastically, implying the opposite of its literal meaning.

You beat me again, no hard feelings!

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Friendly Competition

Often used in sports or competitions to maintain a friendly relationship despite rivalry.

Great match! No hard feelings, we'll play again soon.

Pro Tip 1/3

Positive Closure

Used to end a disagreement or argument on good terms, signaling moving on.

We lost the game, but no hard feelings, right?

Pro Tip 2/3

Sincerity Questioned

Sometimes used sarcastically, implying the opposite of its literal meaning.

You beat me again, no hard feelings!

Pro Tip 3/3

Friendly Competition

Often used in sports or competitions to maintain a friendly relationship despite rivalry.

Great match! No hard feelings, we'll play again soon.

Pro Tip 1/3

Positive Closure

Used to end a disagreement or argument on good terms, signaling moving on.

We lost the game, but no hard feelings, right?

Pro Tip 2/3

Sincerity Questioned

Sometimes used sarcastically, implying the opposite of its literal meaning.

You beat me again, no hard feelings!

Pro Tip 3/3

Friendly Competition

Often used in sports or competitions to maintain a friendly relationship despite rivalry.

Great match! No hard feelings, we'll play again soon.

Visual representation of the word "No hard feelings"

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