Meaning of the word "in broad daylight" in English
What does "in broad daylight" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
in broad daylight
US /ɪn brɔd ˈdaɪt.laɪt/
UK /ɪn brɔd ˈdaɪt.laɪt/
Idiom
1.
during the day, when it is easy to see what is happening, often used to express surprise or shock that something illegal or inappropriate occurred openly
Example:
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The robbery happened in broad daylight, right on the main street.
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I can't believe they were arguing so loudly in broad daylight.
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