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say no more

idiom
Meaning

What has already been said conveys all the meaning and information needed to draw a conclusion concerning a matter which it would be imprudent to discuss further.


Examples
SIMPLE

If you want a secret surprise, say no more.

CONTEXTUAL

I know you want to keep the plan a secret, so say no more.

COMPLEX

When he hinted that the deal required absolute discretion, she nodded and replied, say no more.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    do exactly what it says on the tin

    To do what is described or what one would expect, with no further explanation needed.

  2. 02

    easier said than done

    Easy to propose, but difficult to accomplish.

  3. 03

    final say

    The right to make a final decision.

  4. 04

    have a say

    To (receive the opportunity to) voice one's opinion.

  5. 05

    I see, said the blind man

    Expressing confusion.

  6. 06

    I'd say

    It is my estimate or opinion.

  7. 07

    I'll say

    Used to indicate emphatic agreement

  8. 08

    let's not and say we did

    Indicates that the speaker does not agree with a proposed action, and does not wish to participate.

Last updated April 17, 2026