wither on the vine
US /ˈwɪðər ɑn ðə vaɪn/
UK /ˈwɪðər ɑn ðə vaɪn/
1.
layu di pokok, gagal berkembang
to be neglected or to fail to develop or succeed because of a lack of support, attention, or opportunity
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Many good ideas wither on the vine due to lack of funding.
Banyak idea baik layu di pokok kerana kekurangan dana.
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Without proper mentorship, young talents can easily wither on the vine.
Tanpa bimbingan yang betul, bakat muda boleh dengan mudah layu di pokok.