Talking to a brick wall meaning
What does the saying 'Talking to a brick wall' mean?
Idiom: Talking to a brick wall
Meaning:
If you talk to someone and they do not listen to you, it is like talking to a brick wall.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Buildings & construction |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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