What does shot full of holes mean?
To find or point out the flaws in some argument, thesis, assertion, etc., through excessive analysis or criticism. A noun or pronoun is used between “shoot” and “full.” The scientist spent the whole debate shooting his opponent’s conspiracy theory full of holes.
Is full of holes an idiom?
Unsound or flawed; having many faults that do not stand up to scrutiny or criticism. Alludes to a leaky, porous vessel—hence the related expression, “doesn’t hold water.” Does anyone have a better suggestion? Mark’s idea is clearly full of holes.
How do you say full of holes?
synonyms for full of holes
- dubious.
- farfetched.
- flimsy.
- impossible.
- improbable.
- inconceivable.
- incredible.
- unbelievable.
What is a word for full of holes?
What is another word for full of holes?
| weak | implausible |
|---|---|
| flawed | improbable |
| irrational | unbelievable |
| unpersuasive | unreasonable |
| vague | absurd |
What things are full of holes?
Things with holes 1
- bagel.
- bread.
- button.
- canon.
- CD.
- cheese.
- old clothes.
- crumpet.
What is something with a lot of holes?
SIEVE. NET. SWISS CHEESE. POOL TABLE.
How would you describe something with a lot of holes?
Similar words for full of holes: scraggly (adjective) tattered (adjective) unbelievable (adjective) unconceivable (adjective)
What is the meaning of holey?
having a hole or holes
(ˈhoʊli ) adjective. having a hole or holes.
What is a word for something that has holes in it?
Anything with holes can be said to be perforated, especially if the holes are in a row or series. You wouldn’t say something with one hole is perforated.
What is a synonym for holey?
Having, or being full of, holes. porous. leaky. punctured. perforated.
What’s the meaning of hotty?
A sexually attractive person
Slang. A sexually attractive person.
What is the meaning of the word holey?
Having a hole or holes
Holey definition Having a hole or holes. adjective. 5. 2. Having, or being full of, holes.
Is Holey a noun?
Adjective. Having, or being full of, holes.
What do you call a hot woman?
noun(offensive) attractive woman. bathing beauty. beauty queen. cover girl. cutie.
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