cherchez la femme

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French

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Etymology

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Literally, “look for the woman.”

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ʃɛʁ.ʃe la fam/
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Phrase

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cherchez la femme

  1. A cliche in detective fiction, used to suggest that a mystery can be resolved by identifying a femme fatale or female love interest.
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