Meaning of the word "have feet of clay" in English
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have feet of clay
US /hæv fiːt əv kleɪ/
UK /hæv fiːt əv kleɪ/
Idiom
1.
to have a hidden flaw or weakness in one's character, despite outward appearances of strength or integrity
Example:
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The public was shocked to learn that their revered leader, who seemed so perfect, actually had feet of clay.
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Despite his impressive resume, it became clear that the new manager had feet of clay when he failed to handle the first major crisis.
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