Meaning of the word "dreams go by contraries" in English
What does "dreams go by contraries" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dreams go by contraries
US /driːmz ɡoʊ baɪ ˈkɑːn.trer.iz/
UK /driːmz ɡəʊ baɪ ˈkɒn.trə.riz/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that dreams often predict the opposite of what will actually happen in reality
Example:
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I dreamed I failed the exam, but dreams go by contraries, so I'll probably pass.
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Don't worry about that nightmare; remember that dreams go by contraries.
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