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a shoulder to cry on
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a person who listens kindly and supports you when you are sad
Usually after 'be', 'need' or 'offer'. It is about emotional support, not practical help.
In context
When I failed my driving test, my sister was a shoulder to cry on.
Everyone needs a shoulder to cry on after a break-up.
More idioms about people
- a chip off the old blocka child who is very like one of their parents in character or skills
- a cold fishsomeone who seems unfriendly and does not show feelings
- a drama queensomeone who reacts to small problems as if they were very serious
- a fair-weather friendsomeone who is your friend only when things are going well for you
- a friend in need is a friend indeeda person who helps you when you are in trouble is a true friend