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Look who’s talking

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Irony UsagePlay
The phrase can be used ironically to point out someone's lack of self-awareness. SlideWhen the messy roommate complained about a few dishes, I had to say, 'Look who's talking!'
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Casual TonePlay
It's normally used in informal contexts among friends or family, not in professional settings. SlideAfter my sister criticized my TV choices, I laughed and said, 'Look who's talking!'
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Deflecting CriticismPlay
This phrase is used to deflect criticism by highlighting the critic's own flaws. SlideMy boyfriend told me I spend too much time on my phone, so I replied, 'Look who's talking!'
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