#20: I Could Care Less
The phrase “I could care less” is widely used to express indifference, but the literal meaning contradicts the intended meaning. It implies you could care less about the topic, making conveying a lack of concern illogical.
The correct phrase people mean to say is “I couldn’t care less.” While people understand the usage of the wrong phrase in context, it’s still wrong. We’re not sure how this phrase came to be so popular.