a blind alley
a blind alley
Meaning
- a dead end
- a position without hope of progress or success
Example Sentences
- The latest scientific theory may turn out to be a blind alley.
- I’m not going to believe your experiment this time, they always goes up a blind alley.
See also
a blessing in disguise ❯❮ new kid on the block
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