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UK//ˈɛniˌbɒdi seɪz ə θɪŋ laɪk ðæt//US//ˈɛniˌbɑdi seɪz ə θɪŋ laɪk ðæt//

Meaning of Anybody says a thing like that

A phrase expressing disbelief at something someone said.

In simple words: If someone says something like that.

Anybody says a thing like that in a sentence

  • I can't believe anybody says a thing like that during a meeting!
  • Have you ever heard anybody says a thing like that before?
  • Honestly, I don’t think anybody says a thing like that today.

How to use Anybody says a thing like that

Commonly used in casual conversation. It may sound too strong for formal contexts. Best for expressing disbelief or shock.

Grammar pattern

anybody + verb + noun + phrase

Memory hint

Imagine anybody saying something shocking, like ‘What did you just say?’

Related words

Collocations with Anybody says a thing like that

  • anybody says
  • anybody thinks
  • anybody believes

Synonyms for Anybody says a thing like that

  • no one
  • everyone thinks
  • anyone could say

Opposites of Anybody says a thing like that

  • Nobody says a thing like that
  • No one says a thing like that

Common mistakes with Anybody says a thing like that

  • Using 'anybody' instead of 'anyone' in formal writing.
  • Incorrect verb conjugation with 'anybody'.
  • Confusing the phrase with rhetorical questions.

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Frequently asked questions about Anybody says a thing like that

What does Anybody says a thing like that mean?

If someone says something like that.

What is the definition of Anybody says a thing like that?

A phrase expressing disbelief at something someone said.

How do you use Anybody says a thing like that in a sentence?

I can't believe anybody says a thing like that during a meeting!

Can you give another example of Anybody says a thing like that?

Have you ever heard anybody says a thing like that before?

What are synonyms for Anybody says a thing like that?

Common alternatives include no one, everyone thinks, anyone could say.

What is the opposite of Anybody says a thing like that?

Opposite meanings include Nobody says a thing like that, No one says a thing like that.

What words go with Anybody says a thing like that?

It commonly pairs with anybody says, anybody thinks, anybody believes.

What are common mistakes when using Anybody says a thing like that?

Using 'anybody' instead of 'anyone' in formal writing. Incorrect verb conjugation with 'anybody'. Confusing the phrase with rhetorical questions.

How do you pronounce Anybody says a thing like that?

US: //ˈɛniˌbɑdi seɪz ə θɪŋ laɪk ðæt//, UK: //ˈɛniˌbɒdi seɪz ə θɪŋ laɪk ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Anybody says a thing like that formal or informal?

"Anybody says a thing like that" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Anybody says a thing like that?

Commonly used in casual conversation. It may sound too strong for formal contexts. Best for expressing disbelief or shock.