none other than
idiom
—used to show that one is surprised or impressed by the person or thing one is about to mention
It turns out I was sitting next to none other than the founder of the magazine.
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Negan then tackles the theif and reveals the mystery person is none other than Lucille.
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Kirsten Acuna, People.com, 16 June 2025
That legend is none other than San Francisco 49ers great Steve Young.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
This galactic jellyfish-bunny hybrid is none other than NGC 4858, a galaxy whose appearance has been molded by the extreme environment surrounding it.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 13 June 2025
The aforementioned Caudalie mist is essential for keeping her complexion hydrated and soothed throughout the day, and Lipa’s night cream of choice is none other than Medik8’s excellent Advanced Restore Night Cream.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 12 June 2025
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Kirsten Acuna, People.com, 16 June 2025
That legend is none other than San Francisco 49ers great Steve Young.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
This galactic jellyfish-bunny hybrid is none other than NGC 4858, a galaxy whose appearance has been molded by the extreme environment surrounding it.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 13 June 2025
The aforementioned Caudalie mist is essential for keeping her complexion hydrated and soothed throughout the day, and Lipa’s night cream of choice is none other than Medik8’s excellent Advanced Restore Night Cream.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 12 June 2025
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“None other than.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/none%20other%20than. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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