What Does " cogs in a wheel" Mean? What does " cogs in a wheel" mean and how to use it? An example of that would be much appreicated.

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Jan 25, 2016 2:01 AM

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What Does "cogs in a wheel" mean?

What does "cogs in a wheel" mean and how does one use it? An example of that would be much appreciated.

The workers in Shenzhen are just cogs in the wheel of China's massive industrial expansion.

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"Now I understand!", said Manman. Daniel replied, "I am glad I can be of service."

January 25, 2016

It is when something is necessary but can be easily replaced. For example, a worker in a factory could be considered a cog in a wheel because although his job is necessary, if he is fired he can be easily replaced by another person because his job is not highly specialized or complicated.

January 25, 2016

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