English Explanatory Dictionary

it is easy to find a stick to beat a dog

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. If a person is determined to punish or blame someone, they will find a way or a reason to do so.

Word forms

it is easy to find a stick to beat a dog

Related words

look for a dog to kick
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