What does the idiom "Midas touch" mean?
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What does the idiom "Midas touch" mean?
The Golden Touch:
Midas, of Greek mythological lore, was the King of Phrygia. He pleaded to the gods to give him the touch of gold. His wish was granted. Everything, from the food he ate to the people he embraced turned to gold.
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View this answerThe idiom "Midas touch," often used with the verb "have" (have the Midas touch), describes someone or something as having the...
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