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Definition the cavalry in British English

the cavalry phrase

phrase
1

people who come and solve all your problems when you are in difficulties

Example

Our research grant had nearly run out, until the cavalry arrived in the shape of the Rowntree Foundation.

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Definition the cavalry in British English