Still waters run deep meaning
What does the saying 'Still waters run deep' mean?
Idiom: Still waters run deep
Meaning:
People use this idiom to imply that people who are quiet and don't try to attract attention are often more interesting than people who do try to get attention.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Nature |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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