The idiom "through the wringer" originates from the process of using a wringer, a mechanical device used to squeeze excess water from clothing, typically after washing. In a figurative sense, this expression is used to describe the experience of going through a challenging or demanding situation, often leaving an individual exhausted, emotionally drained, or thoroughly tested.

What is the origin of the idiom "through the wringer" and when to use it?

Определение и значение слова «through the wringer» на английском языке

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