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hurler on the ditch

idiom
Meaning

A person standing on the side of a hurling field issuing (unsolicited and usually unwanted) instructions to the hurlers.


Examples
SIMPLE

Don't be a hurler on the ditch while I fix the car.

CONTEXTUAL

It is hard to focus on the project when my manager acts like a hurler on the ditch.

COMPLEX

The experienced captain ignored the hurler on the ditch who shouted unhelpful advice from the sidelines throughout the entire match.

Anchors to
Related idioms2entries
  1. 01

    itch the ditch

    To masturbate by stimulating one's vagina.

  2. 02

    ox is in the ditch

    This is a big problem; there is unavoidable or demanding work ahead.

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