Can I use the phrase it seems to me that in a sentence where I intend to state my opinion. Why? If not, can you suggest other words to replace it (but still has the same meaning.)
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Yes, this is perfectly fine. Macmillan Dictionary provides the following example:
It's listed under the idiom it seems for which they provide the following definition:
This definition fits, because the following phrases have similar meaning, according to McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms (the examples are mine; not taken from the dictionary):
Attribution: "It Seems (phrase) Definition and Synonyms | Macmillan Dictionary." American English Definition and Synonyms | Macmillan Dictionary. Accessed June 01, 2018. https://www.macmillandictionary.com/dictionary/british/it-seems.