Meaning of 'Taste blood'
What does the saying 'Taste blood' mean?
Idiom: Taste blood
Meaning:
If someone has tasted blood, they have achieved something and are encouraged to think that victory is within their grasp.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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