GERMAN · C2WORD NOTES
MEANING & PRONUNCIATION

das Zünglein an der Waage sein

tip the balance; be the deciding factor

Bei der Abstimmung könnte ihre Stimme das Zünglein an der Waage sein, weshalb sich plötzlich beide Gruppen auffallend um ihre Meinung bemühen.

Her vote could tip the balance, which is why both groups are suddenly making a conspicuous effort to seek her views.

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