"always the bridesmaid, never the bride" meaning in All languages combined

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Phrase [English]

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  1. Alternative form of always a bridesmaid, never a bride Tags: alt-of, alternative Alternative form of: always a bridesmaid, never a bride
    Sense id: en-always_the_bridesmaid,_never_the_bride-en-phrase-SRYEehjh Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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