Heart in the right place meaning
What does the saying 'Heart in the right place' mean?
Idiom: Heart in the right place
Meaning:
If someone's heart is in the right place, they are good and kind, though they might not always appear to be so.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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