Throw a bone to Meaning in English
expression
परिभाषा
To give someone a small reward, favor, or concession, often just enough to keep them satisfied or quiet but without meeting all their demands.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Mainly informal; often used when someone's effort to satisfy another is minimal or symbolic. It can have a slightly negative feeling, implying insincerity. Common in politics, negotiations, or when talking about small gestures.
उदाहरण वाक्य
The manager threw a bone to the staff with a small bonus.
basic
The company threw a bone to customers by lowering prices just a little.
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She threw a bone to her brother by letting him play with her phone for five minutes.
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The government threw a bone to voters with a minor tax cut before the election.
natural
It felt like my boss only threw a bone to me so I'd stop complaining.
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Fans wanted new features, but the company just threw a bone to them with a tiny update.
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