“Not have a leg to stand on”

Definition

To have no support for an argument.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "Not have a leg to stand on".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Not have a leg to stand on" mean?
"Not have a leg to stand on" means to have no support for an argument..
How do you use "Not have a leg to stand on" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "Not have a leg to stand on"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Not have a leg to stand on"?
Не иметь оснований для аргумента. / Չունենալ փաստարկի հիմք։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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