out of the question

(adjective) totally impossible

Example Sentences:

When Brazil and Canada play in the football final tomorrow, it is out of the question that Brazil will win.

Boy: Would you like to go on a date with me?
Girl: I don’t think so.
Boy: Why not?
Girl: It’s out of the question, I don’t think it’s a good idea.
Boy: What do you mean?
Girl: You’re unattractive, have terrible clothes, and are rude. I’m a beautiful young woman.
Boy: I see.

From the Blogs:

Vacation out of the question? Take a Daycation

Media:

out of the question

Similar idioms:

  1. against all odds
  2. see someone
  3. under one’s breath
  4. sweep someone off their feet
  5. draw a blank

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