no bones

An idiom of the Engligh language, No Bones roughly means without a doubt, or without argument. Often used in the phrase, "no bones about it...".

Most users of this idiom aren't even sure where they learned it, or exactly why it means what it means. It's one of those things you just know how to use when the opportunity arises.

William: Melbourne is the greatest city in Australia.
Joanne: Yes, no bones about it!

Informed Person: Make no bones about it, political leaders must rise above their preconceptions if this world shall ever know peace.

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