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Reds under the bed meaning

What does the saying 'Reds under the bed' mean?

Idiom: Reds under the bed

Meaning:

An ironic allusion to the obsession some people have that there are reds (communists) everywhere plotting violent revolution.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Colours | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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