Meaning of the word "providence is always on the side of the big battalions" in English
What does "providence is always on the side of the big battalions" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
providence is always on the side of the big battalions
US /ˈprɑː.və.dəns ɪz ˈɔːl.weɪz ɑːn ðə saɪd əv ðə bɪɡ bəˈtæl.jənz/
UK /ˈprɒv.ɪ.dəns ɪz ˈɔːl.weɪz ɒn ðə saɪd əv ðə bɪɡ bəˈtæl.jənz/
Idiom
success or luck tends to favor those who are already powerful, wealthy, or better prepared
Example:
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The merger was inevitable; after all, providence is always on the side of the big battalions.
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Small startups struggle because providence is always on the side of the big battalions in this industry.