Meaning of 'Cry wolf'
What does the saying 'Cry wolf' mean?
Idiom: Cry wolf
Meaning:
If someone cries wolf, they raise a false alarm about something.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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