Pull your weight meaning
What does the saying 'Pull your weight' mean?
Idiom: Pull your weight
Meaning:
If someone is not pulling their weight, they aren't making enough effort, especially in group work.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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