The phrase “all the tea in China” means that the speaker will not concede to any proposition at any price. It refers to China’s large supply of tea, which would be extremely valuable. It may also have historical significance related to trade in China. It should not be confused with the phrase “what does (x) […]
“Bull in a china shop” is an idiom used to describe someone who is clumsy and reckless. It originated from the image of a bull smashing fine china in a shop. The idiom is often used metaphorically to refer to someone who is tactless or insensitive. Animals are commonly used in idioms to add humor […]
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