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to miss the boat
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to lose the chance to take advantage of something, particularly a good opportunity
What is the origin of the idiom "miss the boat" and when to use it?
The idiom "miss the boat" comes from the idea of a boat or ship leaving a dock or port, and someone arriving too late to board it. The idiom can be used in a wide range of situations, from missing a job opportunity to failing to invest in a profitable venture. It is often used to express regret or disappointment at having missed out on something that was potentially valuable or rewarding.
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I missed the bus, so I had to catch a ride with a friend.
He missed the bus and commented, 'Looks like I won't make it on time.'
Today feels like a bad hair day for him, with one mishap after another, from spilling coffee on his shirt to missing the bus.
She almost missed the bus but managed to catch it just in time.
They're working hard to meet the deadline, as they don't want to miss the bus for the new project.
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