I will pay half the cost; you can't say fairer than that.
you can't say fairer than that
idiomThat is fair, good, or reasonable; one cannot hope for a better decision or outcome.
Origin
disputed originAn informal way of expressing that one cannot say that anything is better or more fair than the matter being evaluated.
He offered to fix the broken window for free, and I told him you can't say fairer than that.
Given the generous terms of the settlement, which resolved the dispute entirely, the lawyer remarked that you can't say fairer than that.
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beggars can't be choosers
Something is better than nothing: those who can't provide for themselves should accept whatever help is available.
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can't carry a tune in a bucket
Sings very badly.
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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can't help
To be unable to avoid a situation, or stop something from happening.
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can't stand
cannot put up with
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can't stand the sight of
To hate vehemently; to really despise.
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can't wait
To eagerly anticipate; to find it hard to wait for a forthcoming pleasurable event.
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do exactly what it says on the tin
To do what is described or what one would expect, with no further explanation needed.
Last updated July 12, 2026