close only counts in horseshoes en · X
Etymology
Referring to the game of horseshoes.
Meanings
- Coming close to achieving a goal is not good enough.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades | alternative | lexicographic | |
| close only counts in horseshoes and darts | alternative | lexicographic |
Relateds
close enough for horseshoes and hand grenades