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Meaning of "chopped liver":
"Chopped liver" is an idiomatic expression used to describe someone or something that is considered insignificant, unimportant, or overlooked. It is often used in a self-deprecating or sarcastic manner to express feelings of being ignored or undervalued.
Origin:
The phrase's origin is linked to the traditional Jewish dish chopped liver, which is often served as an appetizer. The dish, though a common and tasty item at Jewish feasts, was considered less prestigious or important compared to main courses like roast meat. Over time, the expression "like chopped liver" evolved to mean something or someone that is considered less significant or is overshadowed by more important matters.
Example sentences:
1. I can't believe they didn't invite me to the meeting — I feel like chopped liver!
2. He acted like I was chopped liver when I suggested my idea during the presentation.
3. After all my hard work, it feels like they think I'm chopped liver compared to my colleagues.
4. I didn’t want to feel like chopped liver, so I spoke up during the meeting.
5. Don’t treat her like chopped liver; she deserves to be heard.
Similar expressions:
1. Second fiddle
"She felt like second fiddle to her more successful colleagues."
2. A wallflower
"He’s always the wallflower at parties, just watching everyone else."
3. A fish out of water
"At the big corporate meeting, I felt like a fish out of water."
4. A spare part
"Don't make me feel like a spare part at the dinner table."
5. An afterthought
"He was just an afterthought in the whole discussion."
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