Squeeze an orange In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "squeeze an orange", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2022-02-11 09:02

Meaning of Squeeze an orange

Synonyms:

make use of (someone or something) , suck an orange

Squeeze an orange verb phrase

To use all of someone or something that is available in order to achieve something

Enterprises are suggested to squeeze an orange to minimize the cost.

By squeezing an orange in business, you can maximize the profit.

Other phrases about:

milk/suck somebody/something dry

To take and use all of someone or something, but give nothing in return

milk (someone or something) dry

To take or use up everything from a person, thing, or situation as possible

Grammar and Usage of Squeeze an orange

Verb Forms

  • squeezed an orange
  • squeezes an orange
  • squeezing an orange

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

Origin of Squeeze an orange

The origin of this phrase is not clear.

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