| Metaphor | Scrape the bottom of the barrel |
|---|---|
| Question Meaning | What do you mean? |
| Meaning | If someone scrapes the bottom of the barrel, they are forced to use or choose an idea, person or thing that is not very good, because they cannot think of or find a better alternative. |
| Question Explanation | Why does it mean this? |
| Explanation | Undrinkable, grainy bits – the “dregs” – are all that is left at the bottom of a barrel of alcohol when the good drink has gone. |
| Question Example | Examples |
| Example | “I was amazed to be picked for the spelling team. They were scraping the bottom of the barrel when they chose me!” “You’re being too modest! I thought you did really well.” |
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