The idiom "throw someone a bone" likely derives from the practice of tossing a bone to a dog as a way to reward or appease it. The bone serves as a small token of appreciation or distraction, aimed at keeping the dog content or momentarily occupied. It is frequently used in workplaces, group dynamics, and relationships when there's a desire to keep someone content, involved, or satisfied, even if the main situation may not fully meet their expectations or desires.

What is the origin of the idiom "throw someone a bone" and when to use it?

अंग्रेज़ी में "throw somebody a bone"की परिभाषा और अर्थ

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