Idiom of the day :- Save one’s bacon

Idiom of the day :- Save one’s bacon

Usage, examples and definition of the Idiom :-

To save one’s bacon is to escape trouble or to save one’s life. This idiom is frequently used light-heartedly. ‘So, you’re late for work again,’ the boss frowned. ‘What excuse do you have to save your bacon this time ?’ ( Escape trouble ) ‘During the fire I had to jump from the window to save my bacon,’ Roy said. ( Save one’s life )