Meaning of 'Leave well alone'
What does the saying 'Leave well alone' mean?
Idiom: Leave well alone
Meaning:
If you leave something well alone, you keep a safe distance from it, either physically or metaphorically.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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