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verse
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give/quote (someone) chapter and verse
to give exact information about something, especially something in a book. The strength of the book is that when it makes accusations it gives chapter and verse, often backed up by photographic evidence. I can't quote you chapter and verse, but I'm pretty sure it's a line from 'Macbeth'.
See also: chapter, give, quote
chapter and verse
all the facts. I know all about it, chapter and verse.
Usage notes: often used with the verbs give, quote, or recite : She can recite chapter and verse about her problems with insurance companies.
Etymology: based on the idea that proof of an idea can be found in the Bible, which is divided into chapters and verses (= parts)
See also: chapter
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