Today’s “Phrase of the Day” is rest on one’s laurels and it is a phrase meaning “to be satisfied with one’s accomplishments in the past and not to make any further efforts”.
Example Sentence: Kerala’s achievements in human development are legion. However, it can no longer rest on its laurels in this area, ignoring the relentless assault on its natural assets… In some ways Kerala led States in showing that development is not synonymous with economic growth. But now it seems to be trapped in a mindless consumerism that is threatening its future.
This phrase is present in The Hindu article Development that is mindful of nature and click here to read it.
Courtesy: The Hindu
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