Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the same old story
idiom
/ðə seɪm oʊld ˈstɔːri/
Definition
A phrase used to refer to a situation that is repetitive, familiar, or predictable, often conveying a sense of disappointment.
Examples
- Every time we have a meeting, it’s the same old story—nothing ever gets done.
- When he told me about his troubles with his car, I knew it would be the same old story.
Meaning
It suggests that a situation has not changed and is typical or expected, often used to express cynicism or frustration.
Synonyms
- same old thing
- the usual
- nothing new
