Meaning of 'Bury your head in the sand'
What does the saying 'Bury your head in the sand' mean?
Idiom: Bury your head in the sand
Meaning:
If someone buries their head in the sand, they ignore something that is obviously wrong.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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