Pearl of wisdom meaning
What does the saying 'Pearl of wisdom' mean?
Idiom: Pearl of wisdom
Meaning:
A pearl of wisdom is a good or important piece of advice, but it is often used in an ironic way when someone gives advice that is very obvious or not very useful.
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