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to make the world go around
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to play a crucial role in causing other things in life to work the way they are supposed to
Dialect
American
AmericanIdiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "make the world go around" and when to use it?
The idiom "make the world go around" is used to suggest that something is crucial or fundamental to the functioning of the world or a particular system. While the precise origin of this idiom is not well-documented, it draws on the idea that there are essential elements or factors that keep the world or society running smoothly.
Examples
Money may not buy happiness, but in business it makes the world go around.
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