Meaning of the word "miss the boat" in English
What does "miss the boat" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
miss the boat
US /mɪs ðə boʊt/
UK /mɪs ðə boʊt/
Idiom
1.
to lose an opportunity by not acting quickly enough
Example:
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If you don't buy tickets now, you'll miss the boat.
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He waited too long to apply for the job and missed the boat.
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