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meat on the bone
What is the origin of the idiom "meat on the bone" and when to use it?
The idiom "meat on the bone" likely originated from the practice of evaluating the value of a piece of meat. The presence of meat on the bone implies that there is substance or value in the food. Figuratively, the idiom is used to describe something that has potential, substance, or value, often in the sense that there is room for further development or improvement.
Example
The candidate's qualifications are impressive, but there's more meat on the bone that we can explore during the interview.
The concept for the new app is innovative, and there's substantial meat on the bone for additional features and improvements.
The business plan is sound, but there's some meat on the bone in terms of marketing and expansion opportunities.
The novel's opening chapters are engaging, and there's plenty of meat on the bone for character development in the later chapters.
The initial draft of the project proposal is promising, but there's still some meat on the bone that we can flesh out.
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