It's an ill wind that blows no good meaning
What does the saying 'It's an ill wind that blows no good' mean?
Idiom: It's an ill wind that blows no good
Meaning:
This is said when things have gone wrong; the idea being that when bad things happen, there can also be some positive results.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Nature |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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