if it was a snake, it would've bit you

if it was a snake, it would've bit you

A phrase said humorously when one is looking for something that is right in front of them. Come on, your watch is right here, Liz! If it was a snake, it would've bit you! A: "Your red pen? You mean, that one on your desk?" B: "Oops." A: "If it was a snake, it would've bit you!" Your missing sneaker is over there by the door. Geez, if it was a snake, it would've bit you.

See also: bit, if

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If it was a snake it woulda bit you.

Rur. It was very close to you. Jane: Where's the phone book? Tom: Right there! If it was a snake it woulda bit you. Bill: I can't find my other shoe. I've looked all over the house. Mary: It's right behind you. If it was a snake it would have bit you.

See also: bit, if, snake, woulda

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