of all things
The phrase "of all things" is used to express surprise or emphasize the unexpected nature of something.
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Definition
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(idiomatic)Used to express surprise or disbelief about something unexpected or unusual.
Example
- He took up knitting, of all things, after retiring.
- She found, of all things, a snake in her garden.
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(idiomatic)Used to emphasize the unexpected nature of something in a particular context.
Example
- He decided, of all things, to become a chef after years of being an accountant.
- They chose, of all things, to travel by boat during the storm.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "of all things":
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