Cast (one's) lot in with (someone or something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "cast (one's) lot in with (someone or something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Katie Anh

2022-03-16 11:03

throw (one's) lot in with (someone or something)

Cast (one's) lot in with (someone or something) spoken language verb phrase

Used to indicate joining or being associated with another person or a group.

I decided to turn down offers from other companies and cast my lot with a start-up company.

You know that I will cast my lot with my team, right? Though they're not the best players, they're the best team I've ever joined.

I'm sorry but the investor has decided to cast their lot with our rival instead of us.

When the scandal about you becomes public, I'm afraid that stakeholders will no longer cast their lot with you anymore.

Ministering angel shall my sister be

A ministering angel is a kind-hearted person, providing help, support and comfort for people

Used to indicate that helping each other or working together toward the same goal will have advantages for everyone who is involved

throw/put your weight behind something

Use one's influence and power to support someone

call in (one's) chips

1. Said when you decide to use your social influence to have an advantage over other people

2. To make money quickly by selling your personal properties or financial assets

3. To die or pass away

keep the flag flying

To support, promote the positive features or represent a country/ a group/ someone or something, especially when abroad

It's mostly used in the present tense.