(literally, sometimes philosophical) This thing has its own distinct nature; this thing is itself.
(idiomatic) A phrase expressing resignment to a situation or set of circumstances, usually without complaint; Thus meaning: this circumstance is simply a fact and must be accepted or dealt with as it exists.
Unfortunately the insurance doesn't cover that. Sorry, but it is what it is.
If you are afraid of changes Watch from a distance Whether or not I might do something If you're going to talk about me behind my back It is what it is. Ayumi Hamasaki
Being perceived as a guy is nothing new or complicated to me. It is what it is. Saskia de Brauw
I have Tourettes and Aspergers, but Tourrets and Aspergers don't have me. You know, I'm doing what I can to suppress it and I don't let it take advantage of me. It's not who I am. You know, I'm James Durbin. Like I said in the beginning, I am here to show America who I am, and it is what it is. James Durbin
There's no more film. Film is gone. We photograph digitally and electronically. We don't really use film the same way anymore - it's disappearing little by little. Things change. We have to change with them. There's no point in liking or not liking it. It is what it is. Stanley Donen
All my friends seem to be smart arses. Don't ask me why. Like many things, it is what it is. Markus Zusak
I am required to award stars to movies I review. This time, I refuse to do it. The star rating system is unsuited to this film. Is the movie good? Is it bad? Does it matter? It is what it is and occupies a world where the stars don't shine. Roger Ebert