YMMV
What does YMMV stand for?
Your mileage may vary
Example
"It worked great for me, but YMMV."
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Last Updated: January 6, 2022
YMMV definition
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YMMV stands for "your mileage may vary." People use this phrase when stating an opinion or describing an experience, to note you may have a different opinion or experience.
Where does YMMV come from?
The phrase "your mileage may vary" comes from automobile advertisements. In auto advertisements, manufacturers typically state a car's average gas mileage. However, to CTA, they also state YMMV - to note your car may not achieve the same average mileage.