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lo and behold
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used to express one's surprise or bafflement at something unexpected or remarkable
Humorous
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "lo and behold" and when to use it?
The idiom "lo and behold" is a phrase used to express surprise or discovery when something unexpected or confusing is revealed. It is a way of drawing attention to the remarkable or unforeseen nature of what has just occurred. This expression has been in use for centuries and is derived from Middle English and Old English, where "lo" means "look" and "behold" means "see" or "observe."
Examples
I opened the drawer, and lo and behold, the missing keys were there.
