Kick away the ladder meaning
What does the saying 'Kick away the ladder' mean?
Idiom: Kick away the ladder
Meaning:
If someone kicks away the ladder, they remove something that was supporting or helping someone.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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