contrary to all reason



contrary to all reason

Despite what definitely should be the case. Describes an occurence that is unthinkable or unimaginable. And then, contrary to all reason, I found that my bank account was totally depleted. There should have still been thousands of dollars in there!
See also: all, contrary, reason

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Ludivine-French
Dylis-Welsh
Conchobhar-Irish, Irish Mythology
EwoutAY-vowt, AY-wowtDutch
Duilius-Ancient Roman
Michalinamee-khah-LEE-nahPolish