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dying breed

idiom

A group of people or things that is becoming less numerous over time.


Anchors to
Related idioms3entries
  1. 01

    breed in the bone

    To establish or ingrain firmly within someone's nature.

  2. 02

    different breed of cat

    Something entirely different; a whole other thing or matter.

  3. 03

    dying quail

    A pop fly which is hit weakly and falls in front of the outfielders.

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