idiom
silver lining
SIL-ver LY-ning
ˈsɪlvər ˈlaɪnɪŋListen
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Syllable breakdown
silverlining
Dictionary meaning
A positive aspect of an otherwise negative situation.
Examples
- The redundancy was difficult, but the silver lining was finally having time to pursue his passion.
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