dove non batte il sole

Meaning: In a place that is dark, hidden, or not respectable; a euphemism for somewhere very undesirable.

Language: Italian

Literally: where the sun does not beat

Category: Nature

Origin: The phrase pictures a sunless location, used figuratively for anything unpleasant or taboo.

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