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Sarcasm & Humor
Wow, didn't see that coming
Used when someone is surprised by a predictable outcome or event.
Literal Meaning
Wow: expression of surprise; didn't: did not; see: perceive with eyes; that: specific thing; coming: approaching.
Actual Meaning
This was completely predictable, obviously going to happen
Examples in Context

Friend flakes again: 'Wow, didn't see that coming.' (Translation: Totally predictable)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Expressing unsurprise sarcastically
  • 2Predictable outcomes
  • 3Often with eye roll
Phrase Thesaurus
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