Have a yellow streak down one’s back In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "have a yellow streak down one’s back", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Julia Huong

2021-11-11 11:11

Have a yellow streak down one’s back informal verb phrase

Used to describe someone that is cowardly.

She never dares to be alone at home. She obviously has a yellow streak down her back.

You shouldn’t participate in our plan if you have a yellow streak down your back.

He chose to remain silent about their wrongdoing. He has a yellow streak down his back.

Shaking Like a Leaf

To shake a lot due to the cold or fear

Being so scared, confused, and astonished that you can't think or do anything.

to scare the hell out of

To shock, surprise or frighten someone in a very sudden and severe way

scared silly

Very fearful.

wet sock

1. Someone who is unsociable or who stops other people from enjoying themselves.
2. A weed.

The verb "have" should be conjugated according to its tense.

The origin of this idiom may be traced back to European culture, where the color yellow is associated with cowardice.