Meaning of the word "when elephants fight, the grass gets trampled" in English
What does "when elephants fight, the grass gets trampled" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
when elephants fight, the grass gets trampled
US /wen ˈel.ə.fənts faɪt, ðə ɡræs ɡets ˈtræm.pəld/
UK /wen ˈel.ɪ.fənts faɪt, ðə ɡrɑːs ɡets ˈtræm.pəld/
Idiom
when powerful people or nations conflict, it is the weak or innocent who suffer the most
Example:
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The trade war between the two superpowers is hurting small businesses; when elephants fight, the grass gets trampled.
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The civilians are the ones losing their homes in this political struggle; truly, when elephants fight, the grass gets trampled.