speak for itself
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speak for itself
To have a clear, self-explanatory meaning, value, or implication. I think my work these past few months speaks for itself and makes me more than qualified for this position. The company pays lip service to improving its environmental impact, but their actions speak for themselves.
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speak for itself
and speak for themselves[for something] not to need explaining; to have an obvious meaning. The facts speak for themselves. Tom is guilty. Your results speak for themselves. You need to work harder.
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speak for itˈself/themˈselves
be so clear or obvious that no explanation or comment is needed: The expressions on their faces spoke for themselves — they hated the song.Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017