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speak volumes
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speak volumes
if something speaks volumes, it makes a situation very clear without the use of words. He refused to comment on reports of his dismissal, but his furious expression spoke volumes. (never in continuous tenses) What we wear speaks volumes about our personality. (often + about)
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

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