What is another word for Tom, Dick, and Harry?

Pronunciation: [tˈɒm] (IPA)

Tom, Dick, and Harry is an idiom used to refer to people who are not important or significant in any way. There are several synonyms for this phrase, such as John Doe, Joe Blow, or Jane Smith. These phrases are often used to refer to a person whose name is unknown or unimportant, such as a random person in a crowd. Other synonyms include "everyman," "common man," or "run-of-the-mill individual." These phrases all have a similar connotation, suggesting that the person referred to is not noteworthy or memorable in any particular way. Whether you use Tom, Dick, and Harry or one of its synonyms, the meaning remains the same, emphasizing the insignificance of the person in question.

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Famous quotes with Tom, dick, and harry

  • Don't overlook the importance of worldwide thinking. A company that keeps its eye on Tom, Dick, and Harry is going to miss Pierre, Hans, and Yoshio.
    Al Ries
  • The Aztecs were very sore, because Montezuma had no business giving the national treasury to every Tom, Dick, and Harry who wanted it. So Montezuma appeared on the roof of the palace and told them that Mexico had definitely turned the corner and everything would be all right from then on if they would just leave it to him. And one of the Aztecs picked up a big rock and hit Montezuma on the head with it, and that was the last of Montezuma II.
    Will Cuppy

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