Tip Of The Iceberg
- Tip Of The Iceberg
- How common is this idiom?: This idiom is moderately used in informal conversations, especially in spoken language, but it's not as commonly used in formal writing or professional settings.
- Literal Meaning: The visible part of an iceberg that is above the waterline, with the majority of the iceberg remaining hidden beneath the surface.
- Actual Idiomatic Meaning: A small, visible part of a larger problem or issue, with the majority of the problem remaining hidden or unseen.
- The company's financial struggles are just the tip of the iceberg, as the CEO's personal scandals are causing even more damage to the company's reputation.
- The argument we had last night was just the tip of the iceberg, as there are many underlying issues in our relationship that need to be addressed.
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