Meaning of the word "great trees keep down the little ones" in English
What does "great trees keep down the little ones" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
great trees keep down the little ones
US /ɡreɪt triːz kiːp daʊn ðə ˈlɪt.əl wʌnz/
UK /ɡreɪt triːz kiːp daʊn ðə ˈlɪt.əl wʌnz/
Idiom
powerful or influential people often hinder the progress or development of those who are less powerful
Example:
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In that industry, the major corporations dominate everything; as they say, great trees keep down the little ones.
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Small startups struggle to survive because great trees keep down the little ones.