arrimar el ascua a su sardina

Spanish

Etymology

Literally, "to bring the embers closer to one's sardine"

Verb

arrimar el ascua a su sardina

  1. (idiomatic) to tip the balance in one's favour, look out for number one

See also

  • barrer para dentro
  • llevar el agua a su molino
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