idiom

take something with a grain of salt

3Sections

To not completely believe something; to be skeptical about something

Definition

To not completely believe something; to be skeptical about something

Examples

  • Take his advice WITH A GRAIN OF SALT
  • You should TAKE those rumors WITH A GRAIN OF SALT
  • I TAKE everything he says WITH A GRAIN OF SALT

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • be skeptical
  • don't take too seriously

Antonyms:

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