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true to form

idiom

According to one's nature; as expected.


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Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    for real and for true

    Genuinely; truly.

  2. 02

    in any way, shape, or form

    In any way at all; whatsoever.

  3. 03

    return to form

    A return to a former state of success or brilliance.

  4. 04

    ring true

    To seem to be correct, or plausible

  5. 05

    show one's true colors

    To reveal how one really is, as opposed to how one has been portrayed or after having been deceptively and deliberately misleading.

  6. 06

    show one's true stripes

    To reveal one's real beliefs, sentiments, or character, especially through one's behavior.

  7. 07

    so true, bestie

    An assertion that something is true or relatable.

  8. 08

    take form

    To take shape

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