In contemporary usage today, what is the meaning of the idiom 'with a grain of salt'?
Correct answer: View skeptically, don't interpret literally.
batman25/1
BigLeg, yes we say it in British English , but hey , I love this quiz because I am learning new facts and expressions every time . I have been playing it every day since I discovered it nearly two months ago !!
constantgamer0421
BigLeg, no, that would be a pinch of salt over your shoulder for luck/to ward off negativity; different reference with same agonist.
MadMarcus1812
BigLeg, I think you are right, in Uk we say with a pinch of salt, in US obviously with a grain of salt.
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batman25/1,
Cozzy 25,
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BigLeg
Isn't it "with a pinch of salt"?
constantgamer0421
BigLeg, in this term "grain of" means very minute; the smallest of.
tia
One of my favourite sayings. As I get older I use it more often!
Player #122966166
BigLeg, no
Mars V
I’m so tired of the ad with the old lady trying to cross the bridge to take a leak in the outhouse. It’s just too long…
Player #97184361
BigLeg, A pinch is with a recipe , advice is with a grain. !!!
TJ SISTER
No salt for me... thank you very much. 😉
Player #9627491
Knew that
Player #9043571
batman25/1, me too love increasing my knowledge
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Player #1081396
salt is not always the best antidote