There you go again
phrase
Used when someone repeats a behavior, usually one that is viewed negatively.
'You've missed the due date twice now. There you go again with your procrastination.'
Often appears as...
- 'there you go again with your excuses'
- 'there you go again
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
phrase
Used to express frustration when someone returns to a topic of dispute or disagreement.
'There you go again, bringing up our past mistakes!'
Often appears as...
- 'there you go again arguing about politics'
- 'there you go again
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
phrase
Used when someone repeats a behavior, usually one that is viewed negatively.
'You've missed the due date twice now. There you go again with your procrastination.'
Often appears as...
- 'there you go again with your excuses'
- 'there you go again
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
phrase
Used to express frustration when someone returns to a topic of dispute or disagreement.
'There you go again, bringing up our past mistakes!'
Often appears as...
- 'there you go again arguing about politics'
- 'there you go again
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
The phrase often implies disappointment or frustration with someone's repeated actions.
You're late again? There you go again, disregarding others' time.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Use
It's used in spoken language among friends or family, and not in formal situations.
Forgot to turn off the lights? There you go again, wasting energy.
Pro Tip 3/3Light Teasing
Can be used humorously among close ones, pointing out a harmless habit or quirk.
Cookies gone already? There you go again, the cookie monster!
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