one to talk
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Noun
one to talk (plural ones to talk)
- (idiomatic) A person who hypocritically criticizes others for a fault that he/she also has.
- 2011, H. E. Ellis, The Gods of Asphalt (page 46)
- “You're one to talk about being alone. You need Savannah so damn much it's screwing up any chance I've got for basketball.”
- 2011, H. E. Ellis, The Gods of Asphalt (page 46)
Usage notes
- Often used with the adjective fine: "You're a fine one to talk!"
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