Were you born in a barn?

exp.

Heard in Dublin

A pointed rebuke to someone who has left a door ajar, allowing heat to escape or cold to intrude.

In use

Were you born in a barn? Close that door before all the heat escapes!

Posh English

Were you born in a barn? Do close that door before all the warmth escapes the drawing room!

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