proverbial (Meaning)
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proverbial (a)
of or relating to or resembling or expressed in a proverb
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proverbial (s)
widely known and spoken of
Synonyms & Antonyms of proverbial
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proverbial Sentence Examples
- The proverbial apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
- He was the proverbial early bird, always arriving first for events.
- She found herself in the proverbial lion's den when she attended the hostile meeting.
- The proverbial pen is mightier than the sword, especially in this digital age.
- He was searching for the proverbial needle in a haystack in his quest for true love.
- The proverbial grass is always greener on the other side, or so it seems.
- She hit the proverbial nail on the head with her insightful comments.
- The proverbial silver lining of the situation was hard to find, but it was there.
- He was caught between the proverbial rock and a hard place when making his decision.
- The proverbial elephant in the room was ignored throughout the meeting.
FAQs About the word proverbial
of or relating to or resembling or expressed in a proverb, widely known and spoken of
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The proverbial apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
He was the proverbial early bird, always arriving first for events.
She found herself in the proverbial lion's den when she attended the hostile meeting.
The proverbial pen is mightier than the sword, especially in this digital age.
