The idiom "poles apart" finds its origin in the geographical concept of the Earth's poles, specifically the North and South Poles, which are situated at opposite ends of the planet. The metaphorical extension of this idea emerged to describe two things or people that are extremely different, distant, or incompatible. The phrase is often used to emphasize significant contrasts or disparities in opinions, characteristics, or circumstances.

Определение и значение слова «poles apart» на английском языке

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