Significado
To be very old and close to death.
Contexto cultural
Respect for elders is high; this phrase is rarely used in their presence. Death is often viewed as a transition, but this idiom remains quite blunt.
Be Careful
This is a very heavy idiom. Do not use it lightly.
Significado
To be very old and close to death.
Be Careful
This is a very heavy idiom. Do not use it lightly.
Ponte a prueba
Select the correct usage.
Which sentence is more appropriate?
The state of being near death is a condition, not an active, temporary action.
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Banco de ejercicios
1 ejerciciosWhich sentence is more appropriate?
The state of being near death is a condition, not an active, temporary action.
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Preguntas frecuentes
1 preguntasNo, it is specifically for the elderly or terminally ill.
Frases relacionadas
अंतिम घड़ियाँ गिनना
synonymCounting final hours
मौत के मुँह में
synonymIn the mouth of death
