Can’t be bad

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idiom

Used to express approval or satisfaction about something.

He's offering you double the money for half the work. That can't be bad!
Visual representation of "can’t be bad" - Used to express approval or satisfaction about something

Often appears as...

  • that can't be bad
  • this can't be bad

Usage tips

Informal, Approving

Colloquial

idiom

Used to express approval or satisfaction about something.

He's offering you double the money for half the work. That can't be bad!
Visual representation of "can’t be bad" - Used to express approval or satisfaction about something

Often appears as...

  • that can't be bad
  • this can't be bad

Usage tips

Informal, Approving

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "can’t be bad"
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Positive Spin

Implies something is better than just acceptable, often with a hint of surprise.

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You got a free upgrade? That can't be bad!
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Subtle Sarcasm

Sometimes used sarcastically to imply that something is actually quite good.

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A whole beach to ourselves? That can't be bad, can it?
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Emphasizing Luck

Used when acknowledging a fortunate situation or outcome.

Illustration for Emphasizing Luck
She won the lottery on her first try—that can't be bad.
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