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- This idiom is originated back in 15th century (Middle Ages). This actually describes that appearances and outer exposures of something or someone can be deceiving. This expression has been used in several other languages in different styles. O. Henry was the great writer of the 19th century, in his story, ‘The Gold That Glittered’, he discussed about those people who fooled by the misleading ways of making money fast.
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When I met Joseph first time, I assumed that he is a good person to be my friend, but after some time I realized all that glitters is not gold, so I should break our friendship.
Submitted on February 25, 2019
Additional definitions for 'All that Glitters is Not Gold':
all that glitters is not gold | Things that appear valuable or worthwhile might not actually be so, things that look nice might not be as good as they look. |
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