Idioms beginning with C
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Meaning: shows inferiority by comparison; used when one thing is considered much less impressive or competent than another.
Example: Sarah is an excellent chef, but her cooking can't hold a candle to her mother's. Read more ➺
Meaning: unwilling to spend money or share resources; stingy.
Example: He's so close-fisted that he never donates to charity, no matter how much he earns. Read more ➺
Meaning: pursuing an unrealistic or impossible goal.
Example: Those who only chase rainbows end up disappointed. Read more ➺
Meaning: insufficient ease, sympathy, or encouragement.
Example: The apology was a cold comfort after the damage had already been done. Read more ➺
Meaning: referring to something that is at the forefront of innovation and progress.
Example: The new smartphone is considered cutting-edge due to its innovative features. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have influence or importance in a particular situation.
Example: Her opinion carries weight in the committee's final decisions. Read more ➺
Meaning: to decide not to do something because of fear or lack of courage.
Example: He planned to go bungee jumping but chickened out at the last minute. Read more ➺
Meaning: to attract someone's attention.
Example: Her stunning dress caught my eye as soon as she walked into the room. Read more ➺
can’t see the forest for the trees
Meaning: being unable to grasp the overall situation because one is focused on the minor details.
Example: He was so focused on the specific features of the project that he couldn't see the forest for the trees. Read more ➺
Meaning: to speak plainly and directly about something, even if it is unpleasant or uncomfortable.
Example: She always calls a spade a spade, so you know she won't hold back her opinion. Read more ➺
