flesh and blood
The phrase "flesh and blood" is often used to emphasize human nature, familial connections, or the physical human body.
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Definition
B2Family Relationships
(common)One's own family members, highlighting their biological connection.
Example
- She's my flesh and blood; I can't believe she treated me that way!
B2Human Nature
(common)The human body or nature, often in the context of physical or emotional limits.
Example
- He endured more than flesh and blood can bear.
B2General Humanity
(common)Human beings in general, emphasizing shared human experiences and vulnerabilities.
Example
- In the end, we are all flesh and blood.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "flesh and blood":
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