We often say “without further ado”. Why does it sound weird to say “with further ado” to mean the opposite?

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Is there also a reason that can be explained by linguistics?

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It would be odd to use it in the same way, as “ado” is generally pejorative, implying unnecessary fuss and waffling. Describing your imminent speech as “further ado” isn’t a good way to make it seem worth listening to.

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