“Take it with a grain of salt”

Definition

To not completely believe something.

Examples

Examples

“Take his advice with a grain of salt.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Take it with a grain of salt" mean?
"Take it with a grain of salt" means to not completely believe something..
How do you use "Take it with a grain of salt" in a sentence?
Example: "Take his advice with a grain of salt."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Take it with a grain of salt"?
Относиться с сомнением. / Լիովին լուրջ չընդունել կամ կասկածով վերաբերվել։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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