Meaning of 'Always a bridesmaid, never a bride'
What does the saying 'Always a bridesmaid, never a bride' mean?
Idiom: Always a bridesmaid, never a bride
Meaning:
If someone is always a bridesmaid, never a bride, they never manage to fulfill their ambition- they get close, but never manage the recognition, etc, they crave.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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