Whistling in the dark meaning
What does the saying 'Whistling in the dark' mean?
Idiom: Whistling in the dark
Meaning:
If someone is whistling in the dark, they believe in a positive result, even though everybody else is sure it will not happen.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Music |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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