phrase
figures
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phrase
1
Used to say that something is exactly what you expected, often with a hint of resignation or irritation.
"He was late again — it figures."
"She got the promotion? Figures, she's always first in and last out."
How to Use Figures
Learner’s notesIn plain English"Of course" or "that makes sense" — said when an outcome matches what you already suspected.
When to use it
Informal and conversational; common in spoken English and casual writing, not in formal writing.
Common pairings
it figures
that figures
figures, doesn't it
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