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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a bit rich" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to express that something is somewhat hypocritical or excessive, often in a sarcastic manner.
Example: "It's a bit rich for him to complain about the noise when he was the one who threw the loud party last week."
Alternatives: "somewhat ironic" or "a little excessive".
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Polish politicians find this a bit rich.
That is a bit rich.
Frankly, it was all a bit rich.
It's a bit rich isn't it?
I find this a bit rich really.
I know that's a bit rich.
"Is it not all a bit rich?
This is a bit rich on two counts.
I find it a bit rich, to be honest".
That struck many as a bit rich, literally.
In my mind, that is a bit rich.
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