Go figure

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Used when something is surprising or hard to understand.

She does not care about drama, yet she always finds herself in the middle of it. Go figure!
Visual representation of "go figure" - Used when something is surprising or hard to understand

Often appears as...

  • can't go figure
  • just go figure

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Visual representation of "go figure"
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Expressing Irony

Use 'go figure' to express irony when the outcome is different from what one would expect.

Illustration for Expressing Irony
He says he hates sweets, but he ate the whole cake. Go figure!
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Reflect Surprise

Use it to reflect surprise when encountering strange or unexpected situations.

Illustration for Reflect Surprise
It was sunny all week and on the wedding day it poured. Go figure!
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Sarcasm Marker

It can indicate sarcasm, especially in contexts where the result is obviously foolish.

Illustration for Sarcasm Marker
He spent all his money and is surprised he's broke. Go figure!
Visual representation of the word "Go figure"

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