Put (one) on the shelf In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "put (one) on the shelf", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Rachel Chau calendar 2021-07-25 06:07

Meaning of Put (one) on the shelf

Put (one) on the shelf verb phrase

To cause someone unable or unavailable to do something

They put our plan on the shelf because they do not have enough money.

I cannot play soccer with my friends this weekend because my left foot was injured.

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To delay or postpone something that is predicted to be unpleasant, difficult or annoying for as long as possible

Grammar and Usage of Put (one) on the shelf

Verb Forms

  • put (one) on the shelf
  • puts (one) on the shelf
  • putting (one) on the shelf

The verb "put" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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