drop a brick/clanger
(verb)
Giải nghĩa:
To make a big mistake or blunder, often causing embarrassment or distress
To make a big mistake or blunder, often causing embarrassment or distress
Ví dụ:
I really dropped a clanger in the meeting when I forgot the client's name.
I really dropped a clanger in the meeting when I forgot the client's name.
Cách sử dụng
"Drop a brick/clanger" is an expression that means to accidentally say or do something embarrassing, inappropriate or awkward in a public or social situation. For example, if someone accidentally spills coffee on their shirt during a business meeting, they could say "oops, I just dropped a clanger". Or if someone tells an inappropriate joke at a dinner party, their friend might say to them later "you really dropped a brick with that one!" This expression is used informally, in casual conversations with friends, family or colleagues, and is often used humorously to describe a funny or uncomfortable situation. It is important to note that this expression is colloquial and may not be appropriate in formal or professional settings.
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