none other than
A phrase used to indicate that the person being identified is unexpected but recognizable or familiar. Often used in describing a coincidental encounter. The mystery assailant turned out to be none other than my old roommate. The president has chosen none other than his brother as his new chief of staff.
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none other than
Cliché the very [person]. (Expresses surprise.) The new building was opened by none other than the president. Bob's wife turned out to be none other than my cousin.
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none other than
That very person or thing, the same as. For example, In the elevator I ran into none other than the woman we'd been talking about, or It turned out to be none other than Jim in a clown costume. [Late 1800s]
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none ˈother than somebody
used to emphasize who or what somebody/something is, when this is surprising: And who do you think was responsible for the mistake? None other than the director himself!Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017