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on the wall

idiom
Meaning

Describes something that is attached to or hanging from the vertical side of a room, like a picture or a clock.


Examples
SIMPLE

There is a large clock on the wall.

CONTEXTUAL

I hung a beautiful painting on the wall to make the living room look better.

COMPLEX

The old map was framed and displayed prominently on the wall, serving as a reminder of the family's long history of travel.

Last updated April 22, 2026