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Of all people Meaning in English

expression

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OV-AWL-PEE-puhl

释义

Used to express surprise, irony, or disbelief that a particular person is involved in something, especially because they are the least expected.

用法与细微差别

Mostly informal or conversational. Highlights surprise, often with mild irony or disappointment. Commonly used to comment on irony when someone unlikely to do something actually does it.

例句

Of all people, why did John forget my birthday?

basic

I can’t believe, of all people, my teacher was late.

basic

Of all people, Anna was the first to finish the race.

basic

I never thought you, of all people, would agree with me.

natural

You’re criticizing my cooking? Of all people, you burn toast every morning.

natural

Of all people to call me last night, it was my ex.

natural