Shot across the bow meaning
What does the saying 'Shot across the bow' mean?
Idiom: Shot across the bow
Meaning:
A shot across the bow is a warning to tell someone to stop doing something or face very serious consequences.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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