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That would be "white elephant." The phrase became popular from Indian history, when rulers would punish someone by giving them the gift of a rare white elephant -- the person would then be responsible for taking very good care of that gift and spending a lot of money keeping the elephant alive and happy!
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What is the idiom used to describe someone who is pragmatic and guided by experience?
Hard nosed
What is an example of a phrase that describes something worthless?
Floccinaucinihilipilificate is a verb used to describe something as worthless. Some common phrases to describe something as worthless are: - worthless piece of trash - a piece of junk - not worth a dime - it is useless - it is obsolete - not worth throwing over the hill - it should be junked
What is an idiom used to describe an news event media coverage that is out of proportion?
The answer is "Media Circus".
What does the idiom 'young blood' means?
Young blood is used to describe up-and-coming young people.
What language is used to describe content and structure of document?
[object Object]
What is the term used to describe a moving object?
The term used to describe a moving object is "kinetic."
What is the idiom used to describe someone who is pragmatic and guided by experience?
Hard nosed
What is an example of a phrase that describes something worthless?
Floccinaucinihilipilificate is a verb used to describe something as worthless. Some common phrases to describe something as worthless are: - worthless piece of trash - a piece of junk - not worth a dime - it is useless - it is obsolete - not worth throwing over the hill - it should be junked
Which terms are used to describe the things an object can do?
The terms "capabilities" or "functions" are commonly used to describe the things that an object can do.
What is a color of sheep used to describe a person who does not fit into a family?
"Black sheep" is an idiom used to describe a person who does not fit in with a group--usually a family.
Which S I units can be used to describe the mass of an object?
The SI unit used to describe the mass of an object is the kilogram (kg).
What is an idiom used to describe an news event media coverage that is out of proportion?
The answer is "Media Circus".
What does the idiom 'young blood' means?
Young blood is used to describe up-and-coming young people.
What language is used to describe content and structure of document?
[object Object]
What is the origin of the idiom 'big shot'?
The idiom 'big shot' refers to an important and influential person. The origins of the term dates back to the 1920's when it was used to describe gangsters.
Is chariots of silver and copper a idiom?
No, it means chariots with silver and copper on them.
What is an idiom from where the red fern grows?
"Two peas in a pod" is an idiom found in "Where the Red Fern Grows." It is used to describe two individuals who are very similar or closely connected.
