Meaning of 'Thin end of the wedge'
What does the saying 'Thin end of the wedge' mean?
Idiom: Thin end of the wedge
Meaning:
The thin end of the wedge is something small and seemingly unimportant that will lead to something much bigger and more serious.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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