Today’s “Phrase of the Day” is show one’s true colours and its meaning is “reveal one’s true nature; reveal one’s real character; reveal one’s true motives/intentions”.
Example Sentence: The Taliban, who during the initial period of the takeover had demonstrated a modicum of moderation to gain international acceptability, funding and recognition, have now started showing their true colours. For long-term observers of Afghanistan, this is hardly surprising.
This phrase is present in The Hindu article Afghan women’s rights are at risk and click here to read it.
Courtesy: The Hindu
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