Throw someone a line meaning
What does the saying 'Throw someone a line' mean?
Idiom: Throw someone a line
Meaning:
If someone throws you a line, they give you help when you are in serious difficulties.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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