Have something/somebody written all over it/somebody
phrase
Used to say that something is a very clear indication of a certain fact, characteristic, or opinion.
This case has her fingerprints all over it. It's obvious she was involved.
Often appears as...
- has your name written all over it
- has trouble written all over it
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to say that something is ideally suited to or wanted by a particular person.
This dress has your name written all over it!
Often appears as...
- has your name written all over it
- has your style written all over it
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to say that something is a very clear indication of a certain fact, characteristic, or opinion.
This case has her fingerprints all over it. It's obvious she was involved.
Often appears as...
- has your name written all over it
- has trouble written all over it
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrase
Used to say that something is ideally suited to or wanted by a particular person.
This dress has your name written all over it!
Often appears as...
- has your name written all over it
- has your style written all over it
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Clearly Evident
The phrase often points out an obvious trait or behavior that's unmistakable.
His nervous gestures had guilt written all over them.
Pro Tip 2/3Personal Involvement
Suggests someone's personal touch or involvement in something.
The decor has her style written all over it.
Pro Tip 3/3Figurative Speech
This phrase is metaphorical, not literal; no physical writing is involved.
The game plan has the coach's philosophy written all over it.
Pro Tip 1/3Clearly Evident
The phrase often points out an obvious trait or behavior that's unmistakable.
His nervous gestures had guilt written all over them.
Pro Tip 2/3Personal Involvement
Suggests someone's personal touch or involvement in something.
The decor has her style written all over it.
Pro Tip 3/3Figurative Speech
This phrase is metaphorical, not literal; no physical writing is involved.
The game plan has the coach's philosophy written all over it.
Pro Tip 1/3Clearly Evident
The phrase often points out an obvious trait or behavior that's unmistakable.
His nervous gestures had guilt written all over them.
Pro Tip 2/3Personal Involvement
Suggests someone's personal touch or involvement in something.
The decor has her style written all over it.
Pro Tip 3/3Figurative Speech
This phrase is metaphorical, not literal; no physical writing is involved.
The game plan has the coach's philosophy written all over it.
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