Meaning of 'House of cards'
What does the saying 'House of cards' mean?
Idiom: House of cards
Meaning:
Something that is poorly thought out and can easily collapse or fail is a house of cards.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Buildings & construction |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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