mind ·phrase
Definition: something you say before saying the opposite of what you have just said Level: C2
酒店很棒，服务也无懈可击。不过话说回来，这也是我住过的最贵的地方。
The hotel was fantastic and the service impeccable. ___Mind ___you, it was also the most expensive place I've ever stayed.
他是一个效率极高、总能按时完成工作的员工。不过话说回来，在讨论项目细节时，他可能相当固执。
He is an incredibly efficient worker who always meets his deadlines. ___Mind ___you, he can be quite stubborn when discussing project details.
我们做了二十多年的朋友，我完全信任她。不过话说回来，在政治问题上我们偶尔也会有分歧。
We've been friends for over twenty years and I trust her completely. ___Mind ___you, we do have the occasional disagreement about politics.