Meaning of 'Go against the grain'
What does the saying 'Go against the grain' mean?
Idiom: Go against the grain
Meaning:
A person who does things in an unconventional manner, especially if their methods are not generally approved of, is said to go against the grain. Such an individual can be called a maverick.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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