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N2
〜なくはない/〜ないものでもない/〜ないでもない
Meaning
Expresses a reserved affirmation that, rather than a complete denial, it is so to some degree. A phrasing that avoids assertion and admits a slight possibility or feeling.
Examples
- 条件しだいでは、引き受けないでもない。 Depending on the conditions, I might consider accepting.
- 彼の言い分も、分からなくはない。 I can somewhat understand his point.