People who live in glass houses should not throw stones meaning
What does the saying 'People who live in glass houses should not throw stones' mean?
Idiom: People who live in glass houses should not throw stones
Meaning:
People should not criticize other people for faults that they have themselves.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Buildings & construction |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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