says who
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used to show that one does not accept nor agree with someone's statement or opinion
The idiom "says who" is an informal and often confrontational expression used to question or challenge the authority, credibility, or source of a statement or claim. It is typically used when someone wants to know the basis for another person's assertion or to seek confirmation of what has been said. The origin of this phrase is not precisely documented.
- You think the new movie is boring?Says who?
- I heard that the company is going bankrupt.Says who?Is it a reliable source?
- You claim you can run a marathon in under three hours?Says who?Have you ever done it before?
- They say that the restaurant serves the best pizza in town.Says who?
- You heard that they're canceling the event?Says who?I want to confirm it.