The rest is history

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An event or series of events has already been explained, and what happens next is so obvious or well-known that it does not need to be mentioned.

After their first date, John and Mary fell deeply in love, and the rest is history.
Visual representation of "the rest is history" - An event or series of events has already been explained, and what happens next is so obvious or well-known that it does not need to be mentioned.

Often appears as...

  • and the rest is history
  • the rest as they say is history

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Historical Outcome

Use it when the outcome is famous or generally known, like a well-documented historical event.

Illustration for Historical Outcome
The invention of the wheel revolutionized transport, and the rest is history.
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Implicit Success

Implies that what followed was a success or positive development, often without needing details.

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She invested in a small tech startup, and the rest is history.
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Narrative Conclusion

Signals the end of a story where the remaining details are obvious or widely recognized.

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He scored the winning goal in the world cup, and the rest is history.
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