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after all is said and done

Cliché when everything is settled or concluded; finally. After all is said and done, it will turn out just as I said.

See also: after, and, done

easier said than done

Cliché said of a task that is easier to talk about than to do. Yes, we must find a cure for cancer, but it's easier said than done. Finding a good job is easier said than done.

See also: done, easy

I wish I'd said that.

a comment of praise or admiration for someone's clever remark. Mary: The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Sue: I wish I'd said that. Mary: I wish I'd said it first. John: Tom is simply not able to see through the airy persiflage of Mary's prolix declamation. Jane: I wish I'd said that. John: I'm sorry I did.

See also: wish

less said (about something), the better

Prov. A way of indicating that you think something should not be talked about any further. Jane: How are things going with your divorce proceedings? Ellen: The less said, the better. The less said about my financial situation, the better.

See also: better, less

no sooner said than done

an expression indicating that something has been done quickly and obediently. Jill: Can I help you out? Jane: Yes! Put these files in alphabetical order. Jill: No sooner said than done. The service at the hotel was really remarkable. Everything we asked for was no sooner said than done.

See also: done, sooner

Well said.

Fig. You said that very well, and I agree. As Sally sat down, Mary complimented her, "Well said, Sally. You made your point very well." John: And I for one will never stand for this kind of encroachment on my rights again! Mary: Well said! Bob: Well said, John! Fred: Yes, well said.

See also: well

What someone said.

Sl. I agree with what someone just said, although I might not have been able to say it as well or so elegantly. What John said. And I agree 100 percent. What you said. That's my feeling, too.

when all is said and done

Cliché when everything is finished and settled; when everything is considered. When all is said and done, this isn't such a bad part of the country to live in after all. When all is said and done, I believe I had a very enjoyable time on my vacation.

See also: and, done

You (really) said a mouthful.

Inf. Fig. You said exactly what needed to be said.; What you said was very meaningful and had great impact. Bill: Did you hear what I said to her? Jane: Yes. You said a mouthful. Was she mad? Bill: This is the worst food I have ever eaten. It is either stale, wilted, dry, or soggy! Tom: You said a mouthful!

See also: mouthful

You can say that again! and You said it!

Inf. That is true.; You are correct. (The word that is emphasized.) Mary: It sure is hot today. Jane: You can say that again! Bill: This cake is yummy! Bob: You said it!

See also: can, say

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as the actress said to the bishop  (humorous)

used to show that someone has said something that could have another meaning connected to sex It slides right in the hole, as the actress said to the bishop.

easier said than done

something that you say when something seems like a good idea but it would be difficult to do The doctor says I should stop smoking but that's easier said than done.

See also: done, easy

Enough said.

something that you say in order to tell someone that you have clearly understood what they have just said and do not need any more explanation 'His father's a duke.' 'Enough said.'

See have a lot on plate, give enough rope

See also: enough

Least said, soonest mended.  (British & Australian old-fashioned)

something that you say which means a bad event or situation can be forgotten more easily if you do not talk about it I've always thought it best not to dwell on grievances too long. Least said, soonest mended.

See also: least, soon

No sooner said than done.

something that you say when something is done as soon as someone asks for it or suggests it 'Would you mind closing the window for a while?' 'No sooner said than done.'

See also: done, sooner

there's [much/a lot etc.] to be said for something/doing something

something that you say which means that something has a lot of advantages There's a lot to be said for living alone.

See also: lot

when all is said and done

something that you say when you are about to tell someone the most important fact in a situation When all is said and done, a child's moral upbringing is the parents' responsibility.

See also: and, done

You can say that again!  (informal)

something that you say in order to show you completely agree with something that someone has just said 'That was an absolutely delicious lunch.' 'You can say that again!'

See pretend that black is white, kiss goodbye to

See also: can, say

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something to be said for something

reasons why something has advantages There's a lot to be said for living alone. There is something to be said for a news organization that doesn't follow the network pack.

Usage notes: can also be used in a negative way: There is very little to be said for this argument.

easier said than done

less difficult to talk about than to do Gun control may be a good idea, but actually getting the guns out of the peoples' hands is easier said than done.

See also: done, easy

like I said (spoken)

as I mentioned before She said something about not being responsible for the problem, but like I said, I wasn't paying much attention.

See also: like

when all is said and done

when everything has been considered When all is said and done, we can't reduce the number of nurses without lowering the quality of patient care.

Related vocabulary: at the end of the day

See also: and, done

you said it (spoken)

I agree with you completely you can say that again You said it, Mac, she really is a terrific singer, and I worry that I won't be nearly as good.