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No Shit, Sherlock

The idiom "no shit, Sherlock" is a sarcastic way of saying that someone has just stated something that is incredibly obvious or already known to everyone. It is often used to express annoyance or frustration with someone who is stating the obvious.

The phrase "no shit" is a vulgar way of saying "no kidding" or "no doubt," while "Sherlock" is a reference to the famous fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, who is known for his exceptional deductive skills and ability to solve complex mysteries.

For example, if someone says "It's raining outside," and it's clearly raining and everyone can see it, someone else might respond with "No shit, Sherlock" to express annoyance at the obviousness of the statement.

It's important to note that this phrase is considered rude and vulgar, and should only be used in informal situations with people you know well and who won't be offended by it.


The usage of the idiom 'No Shit, Sherlock' in a sentence

• "I just realized that smoking is bad for my health." - "No shit, Sherlock. It's been common knowledge for decades."

• "I think I need to go to the bathroom." - "No shit, Sherlock. We've been driving for hours."

• "The stock market crashed again." - "No shit, Sherlock. It's been fluctuating wildly for months."

• "Is it cold outside?" - "No shit, Sherlock! Look at all the snow!"

• "I think we should invest in renewable energy." - "No shit, Sherlock. It's the future of sustainable development."

• "I'm pretty sure he's lying about his qualifications." - "No shit, Sherlock. His resume is full of inconsistencies."

• "You just noticed that the restaurant is closed on Sundays? No shit, Sherlock."

• "You're telling me that the movie is two hours long? No shit, Sherlock, I read that on the poster."

• "You're surprised that the traffic is terrible during rush hour? No shit, Sherlock, that's common knowledge."

• "I can't believe you just figured out that the answer is two. No shit, Sherlock!"

• "It's raining outside? No shit, Sherlock!"

• "He just realized that the company is losing money? No shit, Sherlock, we've been trying to tell him for months."

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