Meaning of 'Short end of the stick'
What does the saying 'Short end of the stick' mean?
Idiom: Short end of the stick
Meaning:
If someone gets the short end of the stick, they are unfairly treated or don't get what they deserve.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Plants & Flowers |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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