say it ain't so

Meanings

phrase

Used to express disbelief or dismay.
― Dude, what happened to “borrowing” my car for a ride? ― I'm so sorry, dude. Your car… is in a river right now… ― Say it ain't so…

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APA

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“say it ain't so.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/say%20it%20ain't%20so. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “say it ain't so,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/say%20it%20ain't%20so.