| Phrase/Idiom | fire a warning shot across somebody’s bow |
|---|---|
| Definition | This idiom refers to a warning shot, either real or metaphorical. |
| Example | Employees have fired a warning shot across the company’s bows. They want bigger wages. |
Learn with these flashcards. Click next, previous, or up to navigate to more flashcards for this subject.
Next card: Fire encourage begin talk question i
Previous card: Touch final finishing expression refers added ensure made
Up to card list: English Idioms & Phrases Dictionary