Meaning of the word "paddle your own canoe" in English
What does "paddle your own canoe" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
paddle your own canoe
US /ˈpæd.əl jʊər oʊn kəˈnuː/
UK /ˈpæd.əl jɔːr əʊn kəˈnuː/
Idiom
to be independent and self-reliant; to manage one's own affairs without help from others
Example:
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After college, she decided to paddle her own canoe and start her own business.
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His parents always encouraged him to paddle his own canoe.