Idiom
sweet Fanny Adams
Meanings
Nothing at all; absolutely nothing.
Definition
“Sweet Fanny Adams” is a British informal idiom meaning nothing at all.
“Sweet Fanny Adams” is a British, informal expression used to say there is nothing, or that something is completely worthless. It often shows annoyance, disappointment, or sarcasm. In many contexts it simply means “nothing” or “absolutely nothing.”
Examples
- I checked the mailbox again—sweet Fanny Adams.
- They promised a refund, but I got sweet Fanny Adams.
- After hours of searching, we found sweet Fanny Adams.
- He said he’d help, but he did sweet Fanny Adams.
- I asked for an explanation and received sweet Fanny Adams.
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