Meaning of 'Eat humble pie'
What does the saying 'Eat humble pie' mean?
Idiom: Eat humble pie
Meaning:
If someone apologises and shows a lot of contrition for something they have done, they eat humble pie.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Food and Eating |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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