Of all people, things, etc.

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Used to express surprise that a particular person or thing has done or been the one to do something.

You, of all people, should know the answer to that question!
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Often appears as...

  • you of all people
  • he of all people
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Surprise and Expectation

Emphasizes an unexpected action from someone assumed to behave differently.

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John, of all people, volunteered to clean up the park.
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Irony and Sarcasm

Can be used ironically, when a person acts exactly as expected but pretends it's surprising.

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He, of all people, forgot my birthday again!
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Emotional Weight

Adds emotional intensity to the statement, often highlighting disappointment or betrayal.

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I can't believe she, of all people, lied to me.
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