Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-miss-the-boat
idiom
/tə mɪs ðə boʊt/
Definition
To miss an opportunity or a chance, often due to inaction or a delay in decision-making.
Examples
- He didn’t invest in the stock market when prices were low, and now he feels like he has really missed the boat.
- If you don’t apply for that job soon, you might miss the boat on a great opportunity.
Meaning
This phrase conveys the idea of failing to take advantage of a situation, leading to regret over a lost opportunity.
Synonyms
- miss the opportunity
- lose out
- fall behind
