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Oxford Dictionary of Idioms
Oxford Dictionary of Idioms

Idiom: If the cap fits, wear it


Idiom Definition

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  • This idiom means that if the description is correct, then it is describing the truth, often when someone is being criticised. ('If the shoe fits, wear it' is an alternative)

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