🤫 Goes Without Saying: The Unspoken Truths of Common Clichés 💬
Definition: “It goes without saying” is an expression used to indicate that something is so plainly obvious it needs not be spoken. Ironically, it usually introduces exactly what is being stated anyway.
Related Terms and Expressions
- Obviously
- Needless to say
- As everyone knows
Synonyms
- Clearly
- Undoubtedly
- Of course
Antonyms
- Doubtful
- Unclear
- Questionable
Humor-Filled Quotes
“Of course you realize, this means war.” – Bugs Bunny (Because some things are so obvious, they go without saying!)
Proverbs and Sayings
- “The sun rises in the east.” (Some things are universally acknowledged)
- “Water is wet.” (Stating the obvious)
Literary and Pop Culture References
- Literature: “It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” – from Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice (because it almost goes without saying)
- Movies: “Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a damn.” – Gone with the Wind (Some certainties don’t need repeating)
- Songs: “I just called to say I love you.” – Stevie Wonder (Sometimes, you just gotta say it anyway!)
Captivating Quizzes
### Which of these is another way to say "goes without saying"?
- [ ] Beating around the bush
- [ ] Kicking the bucket
- [x] Need I say more?
- [ ] All in a day's work
> **Explanation:** "Need I say more?" is used similarly to "goes without saying" when something is so obvious.
### True or False: "Banging on about the obvious" means the same as "goes without saying"
- [ ] True
- [x] False
> **Explanation:** "Banging on about the obvious" means continually repeating something obvious, quite the opposite of letting it go without saying.
### Which phrase is closest in meaning to "goes without saying"?
- [ ] Cats out of the bag
- [ ] Over the moon
- [x] It’s a no-brainer
- [ ] Wild goose chase
> **Explanation:** "It’s a no-brainer" means something is so simple and self-evident it doesn't need explanation.
An inspirational thought-provoking farewell:
W. T. Wittywords, hoping that the truest gems often go without saying, but are always recognized and appreciated in the heart. Keep finding joy in the quirks of language.
