Meaning of 'Keep up with the Joneses'
What does the saying 'Keep up with the Joneses' mean?
Idiom: Keep up with the Joneses
Meaning:
People who try to keep up with the Joneses are competitive about material possessions and always try to have the latest and best things.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Character & appearance |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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