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chip off the old block

Idiom Family

Meaning

a child who closely resembles their parent in looks or behavior

Example Sentences

"He’s a chip off the old block—just as kind and funny as his father."

Related Expressions

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a single good deed or gesture to help others

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to be in favor with someone

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to relax and enjoy oneself freely

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to give everything you can to help someone

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to see a small sign of improvement in a bad situation

bad luck

unfortunate or unlucky situation