you wish

English

Phrase

(idiomatic, colloquial) Used to express the speaker's skepticism about a preceding statement concerning some desired or assumed state of affairs.
"When I grow up, I'm going to be a superhero!" / "Huh, you wish!"

"They can't bench me. I'm the best shooter on the team." / "You wish!"

Usage notes

See I wish.

Synonyms

Related terms

I wish

See also

from your lips to God's ears

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