'Writing on the wall' Meaning
What does the saying 'Writing on the wall' mean?
Meaning: If the writing's on the wall for something, it is doomed to fail.
Contributor: Richard Flynn
Country: International English | Subject Area: Buildings & construction | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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