Lemon aid

siggy | 09:59 Tue 24th Jul 2001 | Phrases & Sayings

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Why do we say 'I was left standing there like a lemon'?

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Because lemons cannot move of their own accord and are therefore left standing ... feeling rather bitter.

The slang meaning for lemon is worthless, so maybe youe stand there feeling worthless

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