Vermont charity

Vermont charity

An expression of sympathy, especially when more tangible assistance is needed. A: "I'm so sorry that you still have so much work left to do." B: "Don't give me Vermont charity—grab a paint brush, and help me out here!"
See also: charity
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • that's too bad
  • too bad
  • extend (one's) sympathy
  • extend sympathy
  • extended
  • extend (one's) sympathy to (someone)
  • offer (someone) (one's) condolences
  • I know that feel
  • sob story
  • a sob story