Meaning of the word "standers-by see more than gamesters" in English
What does "standers-by see more than gamesters" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
standers-by see more than gamesters
US /ˈstændərz baɪ siː mɔːr ðæn ˈɡeɪmstərz/
UK /ˈstændəz baɪ siː mɔː ðæn ˈɡeɪmstəz/
Idiom
people who are watching a situation from the outside often have a better understanding of it than those who are directly involved
Example:
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I know you're stressed about the project, but remember that standers-by see more than gamesters; maybe you should ask for an outside opinion.
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The consultant pointed out flaws we hadn't noticed, proving that standers-by see more than gamesters.
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