you wouldn't read about it

Something is so unbelievable, unusual, or ridiculous that it would be surprising to see in a story, let alone in real life. Primarily heard in Australia. It's been so surreal, all the fame following the outcome of the trial—you would read about it!

you wouldn't read about it

used to express incredulity, disgust, or ruefulness. Australian & New Zealand informal

See also: read

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See also:

GMAB
you can't expect (one) to believe (something)
You can't expect me to believe that
you don't expect (one) to believe (something)
a saddle on a sow
cockamamie story
come again
Come again?
consumer
consumer trap

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