Definition of close but no cigar
close but no cigar
- to almost happen, but not.
by WalterGR, Aug 11 2009.
Slang terms with the same root words:
- but: ain't no thing but a chicken wing – everything but the kitchen sink – (show 5 more)
- close: close – close (one's) barn door – (show 5 more)
- no: ain't no thing but a chicken wing – all bark and no bite – (show 32 more)
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