👀 Sight Unseen: Trusting the Unseen and Unverified 🌟
Sight Unseen - Without previous examination; taken on faith. This term, which implies accepting something without verification, dates from the late nineteenth century. For example, the 1898 Yearbook of the United States Department of Agriculture stated, “The intelligent farmer of today has got beyond buying ‘sight unseen’ when it comes to fertilizer.”
Synonyms:
- Blind trust
- Leap of faith
- Buy a pig in a poke 🐷
Antonyms:
- Due diligence
- Examine thoroughly 🔍
- Look before you leap
Insider’s Tip:
Always be wary of offers made “sight unseen,” whether it’s an online purchase or a job opportunity. Trust, but verify!
Humor-filled Quotes:
- “Buying sight unseen is like jumping into a pool without knowing if there’s water. It’s mostly good intentions with a splash of adventure!” - Anon
Proverbs and Common Phrases:
- “Seeing is believing.”
- “Trust, but verify.” - Ronald Reagan
Related Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
- Book: Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift (sometimes you have to see extraordinary things firsthand to believe them)
- Movie: Catch Me If You Can (the protagonist assumes multiple identities and plays on faith)
- Song: Blind Faith by Chase Rice 🎶
### Which idiom matches the concept of trusting something without prior inspection?
- [x] Sight unseen
- [ ] As plain as day
- [ ] Crystal clear
- [ ] Hear it through the grapevine
> **Explanation:** "Sight unseen" matches perfectly as it signifies accepting something without prior inspection or verification.
### Synonym for 'sight unseen'?
- [ ] Skeptical checking
- [ ] Doubtful examination
- [x] Blind trust
- [ ] Thorough scrutiny
> **Explanation:** "Blind trust" is a synonym for "sight unseen," meaning acceptance without prior inspection or skepticism.
### Is 'seeing is believing' an antonym for 'sight unseen'?
- [x] Yes
- [ ] No
> **Explanation:** Yes, because 'seeing is believing' means verifying before accepting, which is the opposite of 'sight unseen.'
Conclusion
Taking things “sight unseen” can be an adventure, but never forget: even a leap of faith requires an educated guess, at the very least. Until next time, keep your eyes open and your heart brave.
Yours Sincerely,
W. T. Wittywords
Published on October 02, 2023
