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read between the lines

Idiom Understanding

Meaning

to understand the hidden meaning behind something

Example Sentences

"She said everything was fine, but if you read between the lines, you could tell she was upset."

Related Expressions

set your sights on

to decide to achieve something; to aim for a specific goal

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to cry very hard due to sadness

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to give in or fail due to too much stress or pressure

to screw up

to make a serious mistake or spoil something

a clear conscience

a state of being free from guilt or regret

break the chains

to free oneself from restrictions or limitations