Idiom meaning, usage examples, facts
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MISS THE BOAT
to miss an opportunity because one is too late
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1. I saw the furniture advertised on sale, but I didn’t get to the store in time to buy it. I missed the boat on that one.
2. Daniel plans to apply for college at the last possible moment. If he doesn’t allow himself enough time, he’s going to miss the boat |
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