What is on the fence slang for?

If you’re on the fence, you can’t decide something. You’re torn between two options. If you’re standing at the ice cream counter, not sure if you should get chocolate or vanilla, you’re on the fence. Being on the fence means you really just can’t decide.

What is the meaning of broken fence?

1 worn out, as by age or long use; dilapidated. a broken-down fence. 2 not in working order.

What does it mean to mend bridges?

1 tr to repair (something broken or unserviceable) 2 to improve or undergo improvement; reform (often in the phrase mend one’s ways)

What does a purple fence mean?

no trespassing
The laws vary from state to state, but generally, a purple fence means no trespassing. While property owners may still choose to use “No Trespassing” signs, the signs are likely to be stolen, damaged or worn out over time. A quick coat of purple paint has staying power, though.

What does it mean if you go out on a limb?

If someone goes out on a limb, they do something they strongly believe in even though it is risky or extreme, and is likely to fail or be criticized by other people.

What does contention mean in the sentence above?

1 : a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument It is his contention that allowing a casino to be built would not be in the best interests of the city. 2 : an act or instance of contending He has taken himself out of contention for the directorship. 3 : rivalry, competition.

What does a red fence post mean?

Purple paint on boundary line trees or fence posts means NO TRESPASSING, just as a green light means go and a red light means stop. Such paint marks shall be placed no more than 100 feet apart and shall be readily visible to any person approaching the property.

Why not go out on a limb that’s where all the fruit is?

Here’s what he said: “Why not go out on a limb? That’s where the fruit is!” One of the great ironies in business, is that playing it safe is the riskiest thing we can do. This means a risk averse business owner places an incredibly low ceiling on his or her potential.

What does mending fences mean?

Definition of mend fences. : to improve or repair a relationship that has been damaged by an argument or disagreement. She mended fences with her father. She and her father are trying to mend their fences.

Is mend a noun?

• MEND (noun) The noun MEND has 2 senses: 1. sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) 2. the act of putting something in working order again. Familiarity information: MEND used as a noun is rare.

What is the meaning of out riding fences?

This activity is being used as a metaphor to describe someone continually working to ensure that his “fence” is keeping people away. He’s encouraged to “open the gate” and “let somebody love” him “before it’s too late.”. Thank you, gramman. Out riding fences can be literal or a metaphor.