Meaning of the word "dirty water will quench any fire" in English
What does "dirty water will quench any fire" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dirty water will quench any fire
US /ˈdɜːrti ˈwɔːtər wɪl kwɛntʃ ˈɛni ˈfaɪər/
UK /ˈdɜːti ˈwɔːtə wɪl kwɛntʃ ˈɛni ˈfaɪə/
Idiom
even a less-than-ideal solution is better than nothing when one is in urgent need
Example:
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The pay isn't great, but dirty water will quench any fire when you have bills to pay.
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He took a job as a waiter because dirty water will quench any fire during a recession.