Say a mouthful

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idiom

To say something important, substantial, or profound; to make a helpful and meaningful contribution.

When you said this project would take more effort than we originally thought, you sure said a mouthful.
Visual representation of "say a mouthful" - To say something important, substantial, or profound; to make a helpful and meaningful contribution

Often appears as...

  • sure said a mouthful
  • just said a mouthful

Usage tips

Appreciative

Colloquial

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Substantial Points

Use 'say a mouthful' when agreeing with a strong point someone made.

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You said a mouthful there, the data does prove the theory.
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Casual Agreement

It's often used to show casual but firm agreement in informal discussions.

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He's a tough opponent in debates—Jim truly said a mouthful.
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Not Literal

The phrase isn't about speaking a lot, but about the weight of the words.

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When you pointed out the safety issues, you sure said a mouthful.
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