The sun might rise in the west meaning
What does the saying 'The sun might rise in the west' mean?
Idiom: The sun might rise in the west
Meaning:
When people say this, they mean that they don't expect something to happen.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Nature |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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