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preach to the converted preach to the convertedTo try to convince someone about something that they already support; to state one's opinion to those who are already most receptive to it. You're preaching to the converted here—we all have kids and understand how busy life can get. Honestly, you're preaching to the converted, but I just don't have any money to donate.See also: convert, preachpreach to the convertedTry to convince someone who is already convinced, as in Why tell me smoking is bad when I gave it up years ago? You're preaching to the converted. [Mid-1800s] See also: convert, preachpreach to the converted advocate something to people who already share your convictions about its merits or importance.See also: convert, preachpreach to the conˈverted (American English also preach to the ˈchoir) tell people to support a view or an idea when they already support it: Why do they keep telling us about the importance of women in industry? They’re preaching to the converted here.See also: convert, preachpreach to the choir/converted To argue in favor of a viewpoint already held by one's audience.See also: preach |