Answering difficult questions in other way

I’m not (too) sure

Q：Do you think computers make life easier？

A：I’m not (too) sure, to be honest, but I reckon they do make life easier because…

I can’t say for sure, but …

Q：Do you think computers make life easier？

A：I can’t say for sure, but it seems to me, that by and large, they do make life easier. Let me give you an example…

• But it seems to me = I think
• By and large = generally speaking

Off the top of my head, I would say…

Q：Will we use computers more in the future?

A：Off the top of my head, I would say yes, we will. The reason I think so is becasue…

As far as I can see

Q：Do you think computers make life easier？

A：As far as I can see, they do. For instance they help us do our work more effectively, espcially when it comes to preparing reports or presentations.

I’d hazard a guess that

Q：Why do some people dislike computers?

A：I’d hazard a guess that it’s because of their age. That may be the case. I mean a lot of older people don’t like computers because they don’t really understand how to use them.

• I’d hazard a guess = I’m guessing
• That may be the case = It might be true