go without saying

Idioms  

1. Be self-evident, a matter of course. For example, It goes without saying that success is the product of hard work. This expression is a translation of the French cela va sans dire. [Second half of 1800s]

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Example Sentences

First, it should go without saying, but I’ll say it anyway: Every child is different.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

The job is supposed to be nonpartisan and apolitical, which should go without saying.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

"The dangers go without saying," Det Ch Insp Smith says.

From BBC • May 14, 2025

It should go without saying that this is exactly the opposite of the truth, and not because of the risk of burning down your $4 million mansion.

From Salon • Dec. 20, 2024

I read his eyes and then he slowly let me go without saying a word.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson