There’s no saying

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phrase

It is impossible to predict or be certain about something.

The weather here can change suddenly. There's no saying if it will rain tomorrow or not.
Visual representation of "there’s no saying" - It is impossible to predict or be certain about something.

Often appears as...

  • there's no saying what...
  • there's no saying if...

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Emphasizes Uncertainty

The phrase suggests a high level of uncertainty, highlighting the unpredictable nature of an outcome.

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He's quite unpredictable—there's no saying what he'll do next.
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Not Literal

Used figuratively, it doesn't mean that literally no one can say, but rather that it's difficult to be certain.

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With the stock market so volatile, there's no saying if it's the right time to invest.
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No Assumption

The phrase warns against making assumptions about the future or unknown situations.

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There's no saying how long the power outage might last.
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