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Explaining "You cannot make bricks without straw"
Reviewed and edited by 
Anwar Kareem 28/10/2024, 06:40
Anwar Kareem 28/10/2024, 06:40English.me team member
What does it mean?
The phrase means that it is impossible to achieve something or perform a task without the necessary materials or resources.
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Origin
The phrase originates from the Biblical account in the book of Exodus, which describes the Israelites being forced to make bricks without straw by their Egyptian taskmasters.
Examples of usage
- The manager insisted on results, but without the necessary budget, it was like trying to make bricks without straw.
- Expecting the team to deliver the project on time without proper tools is like making bricks without straw.
- You can't expect high-quality work from the employees if you don't provide them with adequate resources—it's like making bricks without straw.
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