It Is What It Is

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The internet slang termIt Is What It Is” means accepting a situation or outcome as it is, without protest or attempt to change it. It implies a sense of resignation or acknowledging that there is nothing one can do to alter the circumstances.

Examples:

1. After studying for hours, I found out that the exam I prepared for got canceled. Oh well, it is what it is.

2. I was really hoping to get the promotion, but they gave it to someone else. I guess it is what it is.

Synonyms:
Acceptance, Resignation, Realism.
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