in a nutshell, it means "this is the way its going right now, and thats how it is." kind of a way to say: dont overthink the situation. a reminder to keep things simple, dont overanalyze things, or a way to put a definition on something thats hard to explain.
Friend: "So what's the deal with you and Bobby? I thought you guys were together, but then someone said you broke up, and then somebody else told me you were broken up but 'friends with benefits' So what's the true relationship status?
Girlfriend: it is what it is.
Girlfriend: it is what it is.
by Charlotte Kenfield December 7, 2006
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Phrase used by someone in order to accept even the most 'unacceptable' situation that would normally be a load of horse shit. Only because they know they have to.
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Get the It is what it is mug.What incredibly vapid, stupid and unoriginal people say when they cannot construct a proper thought, retort or sentence.
If you were to ask a nitwit why he left work early, the response would go something like this. I don't know, I mean, I just felt ...I left early. It is what it is.
Or, when you catch a person in a lie, scheme or have proven them wrong in any way, It is what it is is sure to leak from their gaping mouth.
Or, to be dismissive. You promised me a dollar raise a month ago and it hasn't appeared in my check yet.
Well, it is what it is
Or, when you catch a person in a lie, scheme or have proven them wrong in any way, It is what it is is sure to leak from their gaping mouth.
Or, to be dismissive. You promised me a dollar raise a month ago and it hasn't appeared in my check yet.
Well, it is what it is
by Jason JD August 19, 2007
Get the It is what it Is mug.1. Humble resignation to the circumstances of a situation that are beyond your control.
2. Euphemism for having little regard for outcome of a situation that will have a negative effect on those around you.
2. Euphemism for having little regard for outcome of a situation that will have a negative effect on those around you.
Example 1. It is a shame that Jimmie has left, but it is what it is.
Example 2. It's unfortunate you had to work late last night, but you know, it is what it is.
Example 2. It's unfortunate you had to work late last night, but you know, it is what it is.
by rsdsgnist March 3, 2010
Get the it is what it is mug.A way of demonstrating apathy; an unwillingness to evoke change; a way of saying "It's not of interest to me."
Teacher: I just found out that OSHA regulations do not cover public employees in Florida. I was injured due to school construction and now have permanent hearing loss.
Friends: Oh well...It is what it is.
Friends: Oh well...It is what it is.
by warrior against apathy January 27, 2010
Get the It is what it is mug.a term used to describe something that is good or right. Commonly said to one who is in a good relationship. See example.
1: "Things have been real cool with wifey lately. We back to how things were from the start."
2: "Ok, thats what it is!"
2: "Ok, thats what it is!"
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