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none the wiser

Idioms  
  1. Knowing no more than before, as in He tried to explain the tax structure, but in the end I was none the wiser. [Early 1800s]


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Readers will leave “Air” none the wiser, but surprisingly content in their confusion.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

Unfortunately, their remarks have left global markets none the wiser.

From Barron's Mar. 12, 2026

So on this claim and counter-claim, we are none the wiser.

From BBC Mar. 11, 2026

The mission — despite its imperfections, obstacles, and delays — was accomplished, and the thousands of attendees who enjoyed its offerings were none the wiser to its taxing beginnings.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 9, 2024

"Now she has two of our best cheeses in her grubby paws, and we are none the wiser."

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda

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