Meaning of 'Light at the end of the tunnel'
What does the saying 'Light at the end of the tunnel' mean?
Idiom: Light at the end of the tunnel
Meaning:
If you can see light at the end of the tunnel, then you can see some signs of hope in the future, though things are difficult at the moment.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Buildings & construction |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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