idiom

cast pearls before swine

3Sections

To waste something good on those who don't appreciate it

Definition

To waste something good on those who don't appreciate it

Examples

  • Explaining subtlety to them is CASTING PEARLS BEFORE SWINE.
  • It's like CASTING PEARLS BEFORE SWINE with this lot.
  • Don't waste your time - CASTING PEARLS BEFORE SWINE, frankly.

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