| Phrase/Idiom | cog in the machine |
|---|---|
| Definition | If you say that someone is a cog in the machine, you mean that, while they are necessary, they only play a small part in an organisation or plan. |
| Example | The police officer realized that the man was just a cog in the machine. |
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