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Explaining "Great minds think alike"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 11/10/2024, 16:05
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What does it mean?

Great minds think alike

The phrase "Great minds think alike" is used to express the idea that highly intelligent or insightful people often have the same thoughts or ideas.

Tone

Light-hearted, humorous, or complimentary

Origin

The phrase has been in use since the late 19th to early 20th century. The full saying is often "Great minds think alike, though fools seldom differ," highlighting that sometimes the agreement in thought may not always be insightful.

Examples of usage

  • She said she wanted coffee right after I suggested it — great minds think alike!
  • When we both proposed the same solution, our boss laughed and said, "Great minds think alike!"

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