Phrase of the day

Discover a new phrase each day to use in your English! These are special phrases and sayings that English speakers use all the time, but you don't often see these phrases in English course books or other study material. Visit daily to learn some popular English phrases on a regular basis.
21st December 2024

Blah blah blah

We use this expression to mean 'et cetera' or to hurry over a piece of text or conversation that is not interesting. It can also show we are bored with what is being said.
Usage
Written: 
No
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
If you don't do your homework, you won't get to college or find a good job.
Yes, blah, blah, blah. I've heard it all before.
Example 2
What does it say about holidays in the contract?
OK. Rights and duties, blah, blah, blah here we are 'Holidays'. Workers are allowed..

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