Meaning of 'Wither on the vine'
What does the saying 'Wither on the vine' mean?
Idiom: Wither on the vine
Meaning:
If something withers on the vine, it fails to get the intended result, doesn't come to fruition.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Plants & Flowers |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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