Meaning of the word "there is no smoke without fire" in English
What does "there is no smoke without fire" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
there is no smoke without fire
US /ðɛr ɪz noʊ smoʊk wɪˈðaʊt ˈfaɪər/
UK /ðɛər ɪz nəʊ sməʊk wɪˈðaʊt ˈfaɪər/
Idiom
used to say that if there are rumors or signs that something is true, it is usually at least partly true
Example:
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I don't know if the rumors are true, but there is no smoke without fire.
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The scandal broke after weeks of whispers; there is no smoke without fire.