Today’s “Phrase of the Day” is “set the Thames on fire” and its meaning is “to achieve something interesting or amazing; to do something sensational/marvellous; to do something which brings much attention from public; be successful, be a success, do well, distinguish oneself”.
Example Sentence: Did Ajinkya Rahane make a mistake in playing the IPL when he might have profited from a county season himself? There is no guarantee, of course, that he would set the Thames on fire, but at the age of 33, his international future too seems uncertain. That is an intriguing age for an out-of-form batsman, though. You are young enough to make a comeback, but old enough not to cause comment should you not be picked again.
This phrase is present in The Hindu article Young enough for a comeback, but old enough not to be picked and click here to read it.
Courtesy: The Hindu
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