And Then Some: The Icing On The Cliché Cake 🎂
When you’ve said it all, and still feel like there’s more left to say, add “and then some.” This versatile intensifier adds that cherry on top, or in some cases, it adds the entire dessert cart.
Beyond The Basics
“And then some” often thrives in both casual small talk and grandiose speeches. Perfect when listing items almost exhaustively, and there’s still a hint more (or a lot) you can’t even begin to cover.
Synonyms:
- Plus more
- And what’s more
- Moreover
- Additionally
- Furthermore
Antonyms:
- That’s it
- No more
- Done
- Finished
Humor-filled quote: “My weekend comprises Netflix, chill, junk food, napping, and then some!”
Close Relatives (Similar Phrases):
- In spades
- To boot
- Into the abyss and back
- Overflowing with
- Over the top
Common Proverbs:
- “Every little bit helps, and then some.”
- “Your hard work will pay off, and then some.”
A Cliché Through The Ages
This intensifier has been accentuating our phrases since the early 1900s, providing that extra oomph in conversations. It remains just as relevant today, proving that some things, indeed, never get old—much like this phrase.
Pop Culture Presence
“And then some” has made appearances in movies, music, and literature, adding depth or sometimes even comic flair.
Example in Books:
- In “To Kill a Mockingbird” (1960, Harper Lee): The community’s varied (and often excessive) reactions to controversial events could merit an “and then some.”
Example in Movies:
- Jerry Maguire (1996): “Show me the money! Show me the money… and then some.”
Example in Songs:
- “Hit Me Baby One More Time” (1998, Britney Spears): Potential subtitle: Hit Me Baby One More Time… and Then Some!
Quizzes (Let’s Test Your Knowledge):
And as we unravel yet another cliché, remember, your quest for knowledge takes more than just scratching the surface—it demands engaging those cerebral muscles, and then some. Until next time, may your curiosity lead you to deeper wells of wisdom… and then some!
Signed,
L.B. Verbose
