so-and-so

Example Sentences

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You know the thinking: If so-and-so power broker is also in the room, why should I worry?

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

You knew, when you walked into a courtroom and said “I am so-and-so, representing the government or representing the United States of America,” that what you said carried credibility.

From Slate • Nov. 24, 2025

Asked whether Barry would approve of his role, he replies: "He loves it, I know he does. He's always said I was a nasty so-and-so."

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2025

I cringe when I read that so-and-so fell in love with someplace.

From Salon • May 27, 2024

I would read to him, and we’d look at the pictures and diagrams, and he’d say, “Ehennn! So that’s why so-and-so happens the way it does!” and ask questions I couldn’t answer.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo