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Well, there you go
Meaning
- Often used to summarize a situation or provide an answer to a recurring problem. It is the verbal punctuation mark that suggests the mystery is solved.
Helpful, resigned
Used in a sentence
- You just needed to flip the switch on the side. Well there you go.
- If you combine the eggs and flour first, the batter turns out smoother. Well there you go.
- See, he was just tired and needed a nap. Well there you go.
The backstory
Common American colloquialism that likely grew from the idea of showing someone the outcome of their actions. It is a staple of conversational closure.
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