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speak volumes |
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speak volumes Fig. [for something that is seen] to reveal a great deal of information. The unsightly yard and unpainted house speaks volumes about what kind of people live there. See also: speak speak volumes if something speaks volumes, it makes a situation very clear without the use of words (never in continuous tenses) He refused to comment on reports of his dismissal, but his furious expression spoke volumes. (often + about ) What we wear speaks volumes about our personality. See also: speak speak volumes to express something very clearly and completely The happy expressions on both their faces spoke volumes about their marriage. He didn't say anything about what happened at the meeting, but his furious expression spoke volumes. Usage notes: usually said about expressing something without words See also: speak How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Two letters have passed between these parties, letters which are admitted to be in the handwriting of the defendant, and which speak volumes, indeed. |
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