(as) artful as a wagonload of monkeys In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "(as) artful as a wagonload of monkeys", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Regina Tuyen Le calendar 2021-10-13 11:10

Meaning of (as) artful as a wagonload of monkeys

Synonyms:

as clever as a wagonload of monkeys , as clever as a cartload of monkeys

(as) artful as a wagonload of monkeys British informal simile

Extremely clever, cunning or mischievous

Don't let his shy and obedient appearance fool you. He is as artful as a wagonload of monkeys.

The children are as artful as a wagonload of monkeys, so you must keep an eye on them.

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