A wolf in sheep's clothing Meaning in English
expression
释义
Someone who seems friendly or harmless but is actually dangerous or has bad intentions.
用法与细微差别
This is a fixed idiom, mostly used in formal or written English, describing deceitful people or things. It’s often used to warn someone about hidden dangers. Not used to describe mistakes or accidents.
例句
Be careful, he is a wolf in sheep's clothing.
basic
The new manager seemed nice, but he turned out to be a wolf in sheep's clothing.
basic
Sometimes the most helpful person is really a wolf in sheep's clothing.
basic
You can't always trust appearances—some people are a wolf in sheep's clothing.
natural
After the truth came out, everyone realized he was a wolf in sheep's clothing all along.
natural
Don’t let your guard down—he’s just a wolf in sheep's clothing waiting for the perfect moment.
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