It goes to show

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phrase

Used to highlight what something demonstrates or proves.

Even though he failed, it goes to show that trying is what's important.
Visual representation of "it goes to show" - Used to highlight what something demonstrates or proves

Often appears as...

  • it goes to show that
  • it just goes to show

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to indicate an evident or inevitable result.

He didn't study and failed his exam - it goes to show you cannot succeed without hard work.
Visual representation of "it goes to show" - Used to indicate an evident or inevitable result

Often appears as...

  • it goes to show
  • it just goes to show

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to highlight what something demonstrates or proves.

Even though he failed, it goes to show that trying is what's important.
Visual representation of "it goes to show" - Used to highlight what something demonstrates or proves

Often appears as...

  • it goes to show that
  • it just goes to show

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Used to indicate an evident or inevitable result.

He didn't study and failed his exam - it goes to show you cannot succeed without hard work.
Visual representation of "it goes to show" - Used to indicate an evident or inevitable result

Often appears as...

  • it goes to show
  • it just goes to show

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 2
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Emphasizing Lessons

Used when a situation teaches something informative or provides an example.

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He eventually won despite setbacks—it goes to show persistence pays off.
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Affirming Beliefs

Confirms a belief or underscores a widely held idea or value.

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She donated anonymously; it goes to show her genuine generosity.
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Unexpected Outcomes

Used when the outcome is different from what was anticipated, pointing out the lesson.

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The rookie scored the winning goal, it goes to show experience isn't everything.
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