The black ox has trod upon (one's) foot In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "the black ox has trod upon (one's) foot", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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2022-01-17 04:01

the black ox has trod upon (one's) toe

The black ox has trod upon (one's) foot proverb old-fashioned

"Black ox" implies Satan.

Used in a situation in which one experiences problems or misfortune

He was in a traffic accident a week after being fired from his job. I think the black ox has trod upon his foot.

I think that the black ox has trod upon my foot recently. Yesterday, while I was doing my online test, the power went off.

these things are sent to try us

This idiom is often used to express that you should accept an unpleasant situation or event because you cannot change it.

The author of your own misfortune

to be blamed because of one's own problem

you can't unring a bell

Once something has been done, you can do nothing but face the consequences.

to ask for trouble

to behave in a way that is likely to incur problems or difficulties

button your lip

To stop talking about anything

Do you see anything wrong?

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put the (tin) lid on something/things

Put an end to a bad experience or situation in an especially negative way, usually a series of unpleasant events

Example:

I argued with my wife this morning and failing in negotiating with my customer has put the tin lid on my bad day.

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