गड़े मुर्दे उखाड़ना
gaḍe murde ukhāṛnāTo dig up old, buried matters or issues; to revive old problems or controversies that were best left alone.
वह हमेशा गड़े मुर्दे उखाड़कर लोगों को परेशान करता है।
He always digs up old issues and troubles people.
इस मामले में गड़े मुर्दे उखाड़ने का कोई फायदा नहीं है।
There is no point in digging up old matters in this case.
This idiom is often used to criticize someone who brings up past issues unnecessarily, causing discomfort or conflict.
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Usage Context
Use this idiom when someone is unnecessarily bringing up past issues that have been resolved or should remain forgotten.
📖Word Origin
The phrase combines 'गड़े' (buried), 'मुर्दे' (dead bodies), and 'उखाड़ना' (to uproot or dig up), creating a vivid image of disturbing something that should remain undisturbed.
📝Usage Notes
This idiom is commonly used in informal contexts to express disapproval of someone who revisits old problems or conflicts.