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too good to be true
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used to refer to something that exceeds one's expectations in such ways that makes it hard to believe
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "too good to be true" and when to use it?
The idiom "too good to be true" has its origins in English idiomatic language and is used to express skepticism or doubt about the authenticity or viability of a situation or offer. It is used to convey the idea that something appears exceptionally favorable or positive, but the speaker finds it so incredible or unlikely that they suspect it may not be real.
Examples
The job offer sounded too good to be true, so I checked the company carefully.
