The phrase 'to look down your nose' means to show contempt or disdain for someone or something. It implies considering others to be inferior or less important.
La frase 'to look down your nose' significa mostrar desprecio o desdén por alguien o algo. Implica considerar a otros inferiores o menos importantes.
| Idiom | to look down your nose |
|---|---|
| Definition | to show disrespect or disdain for someone or something |
| Examples | - There's no need to look down your nose at him just because he comes from a poor family. He's every bit as intelligent as you. - It's all very well to look down your nose at the way she dresses, but she doesn't have as much money as you. |
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