It's possible you're thinking of something else, or there might be a specific context where this phrase is used.
To help me understand what you mean, could you please provide more information? For example:
* Where did you hear this phrase? Was it in a book, movie, conversation, etc.?
* What was the context of the phrase? What were the people talking about?
* What did you think the phrase meant?
Once I have more information, I can help you figure out what the phrase means.