Today’s “Phrase of the Day” is “go against the grain” and its meaning is “to do something in opposition or contrary to someone’s inherent nature; to do something different from what is usual, normal, routine, expected”.
Example Sentence: Even with online registration, e-passes, distance marking and use of personal protective equipment by staff, gatherings in confined spaces go against the grain of infection prevention principles. It is heartening that some temple boards, churches and Islamic religious bodies have wisely decided to remain closed.
This word is present in The Hindu Opinion article Wrong priorities: On keeping religious places open during a pandemic and click here to read it.
Courtesy: The Hindu
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