Keep (one) dangling In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "keep (one) dangling", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tommy Tran calendar 2021-12-02 11:12

Meaning of Keep (one) dangling

Keep (one) dangling informal verb phrase

The verb "keep" can be replaced by the word "leave."

To keep a person in a state of uncertainty or waiting for a decision.

I decided to break up with him because he's kept me dangling for months.

I think it's time you told the truth. You can't keep me dangling forever.

Other phrases about:

smell a rat
to doubt that something is untrue, unreliable or deceptive
blow hot and cold (about something)

To waver between two opposing opinions about something or someone

(be/hang) in the balance

Used to describe something which is uncertain.

string along

1. To select or be permitted to accompany or follow someone

2. To take part in or collaborate on an activity or program

3. To act in a way that you agree with or follow someone else or their actions

4. To deceive someone for a long time by keeping them in a state of uncertainty or expectancy

keep (one) guessing

Make someone uncertain about your plans or what is going to happen by withholding information

Grammar and Usage of Keep (one) dangling

Verb Forms

  • keeps (one) dangling
  • keeping (one) dangling
  • kept (one) dangling

The verb "keep" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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