Meaning of the word "great barkers are no biters" in English
What does "great barkers are no biters" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
great barkers are no biters
US /ɡreɪt ˈbɑːrkərz ɑːr noʊ ˈbaɪtərz/
UK /ɡreɪt ˈbɑːkəz ɑː nəʊ ˈbaɪtəz/
Idiom
people who make the most threats or speak most loudly are often the least likely to take action or cause real harm
Example:
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He keeps threatening to sue us, but don't worry; great barkers are no biters.
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The boss was shouting again, but we know that great barkers are no biters.