Meaning of 'Matter of life and death'
What does the saying 'Matter of life and death' mean?
Idiom: Matter of life and death
Meaning:
If something is a matter of life and death, it is extremely important.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Death |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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