Be going begging

usgb
phrase

Available and unwanted by other people or not yet taken.

We had excess products that were going begging.
Visual representation of "be going begging" - Available and unwanted by other people or not yet taken.

Often appears as...

  • resources going begging
  • jobs going begging

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "be going begging"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Idiomatic Usage

This phrase is an idiom, meaning it conveys more than the literal combination of words suggests.

Illustration for Idiomatic Usage
I can’t believe those tickets are still going begging!
LampPro Tip 2/3

Surplus Implication

It often implies that there is more available of something than people want or need.

Illustration for Surplus Implication
During the sale, many high-end products were going begging.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Unexpected Availability

The phrase is used when something is surprisingly still available, often due to lack of interest.

Illustration for Unexpected Availability
Can you believe it? There are still some apartments going begging in that popular area!
Visual representation of the word "Be going begging"

Never forget "Be going begging"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google PlayGet it from MicrosoftGet it on AppGallery
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension
Back to top