Meaning of 'Every trick in the book'
What does the saying 'Every trick in the book' mean?
Idiom: Every trick in the book
Meaning:
If you try every trick in the book, you try every possible way, including dishonesty and deceit, to get what you want.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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