Led (one) (on) a (merry) chase In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "led (one) (on) a (merry) chase", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-28 11:09

Meaning of Led (one) (on) a (merry) chase (redirected from lead (one) (on) a (merry) chase )

Synonyms:

waste one's time

Lead (one) (on) a (merry) chase phrase

To trick or mislead someone into pursuing something that has no result; to cause someone to spend their time engaging in purposeless activities.
 

 

After opening the treasure chest, I saw nothing inside. At this point, it came to me that John had been leading me on a merry chase.

When playing hide and seek, I tend not to follow anyone's instructions because I know they are just trying to me on a merry chase.

Grammar and Usage of Lead (one) (on) a (merry) chase

Verb Forms

  • led (one) (on) a (merry) chase
  • leading (one) (on) a (merry) chase

The verb "lead" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Lead (one) (on) a (merry) chase

This phrase dates from the first half of 1500s.

 

The Origin Cited: Internet .
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