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Meaning of 'I may be daft, but I'm not stupid'

What does the saying 'I may be daft, but I'm not stupid' mean?

Idiom: I may be daft, but I'm not stupid

Meaning:

I might do or say silly things occasionally, but in this instance I know what I am doing (Usually used when someone questions your application of common-sense).
Country: International English | Subject Area: Character & appearance | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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