Meaning of 'Come out of the woodwork'
What does the saying 'Come out of the woodwork' mean?
Idiom: Come out of the woodwork
Meaning:
When things come out of the woodwork, they appear unexpectedly. ('Crawl out of the woodwork' is also used.)
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Furniture and household fittings |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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