Meaning of 'High-wire act'
What does the saying 'High-wire act' mean?
Idiom: High-wire act
Meaning:
A high-wire act is a dangerous or risky strategy, plan, task, etc.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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