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take with a grain of salt

Idiom Doubt

Meaning

to view something with skepticism or not completely believe it

Example Sentences

"He's known for exaggerating, so take his stories with a grain of salt."

Related Expressions

full of beans

very energetic and lively

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to keep feelings inside and not express them

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to boast or brag about your achievements

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a change in one’s opinion or feelings

think ahead

to plan for the future; to anticipate future needs or events

lose interest

to stop being interested in something