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fair-weather friend

One who is friendly, helpful, or available only when it is advantageous or convenient to be so.

Etymology:

  • From fair-weather + friend, drawing an analogy between good weather and trouble-free times.
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Submitted on July 07, 2010

Additional definitions for 'fair-weather friend':

Fair-Weather FriendSomeone who is your friend only when you are successful and prosperous but leave you in the time of need
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ненадежный друг

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