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The thing of it is is...

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I'm sure I'm not the only one bothered by this one. I have heard it used by friends, family, and even a politician (although I can't at the moment remember which one). Sometimes, users even add a third "is".

Does anyone know where this phrase originated, and what are your substitution ideas to avoid its awkwardness. How about, "The point is..."?

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I think I'll post this in an e-mail as well.

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