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Often used by itself as an interjection to assert that the subject at hand is being or will be treated this way. |
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Revision as of 04:52, 5 July 2024
English
Etymology
Noun
- (idiomatic) Something of value, beauty, refinement, or wisdom left to people who will not appreciate it.
- Your lecture deserved a much better reception than it got. Pearls before swine!
Usage notes
- Often used by itself as an interjection to assert that the subject at hand is being or will be treated this way.
Synonyms
Translations
something valuable left to unappreciating people — see also cast pearls before swine
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