Idioms beginning with G
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Meaning: to go wrong or fail, especially suddenly and unexpectedly.
Example: The business plan looked promising, but it all went pear-shaped when the funding fell through. Read more ➺
Meaning: describes an investment or asset that is considered to be of the highest quality and very secure, often used in the context of government bonds.
Example: The company's gilt-edged bonds are highly sought after by conservative investors. Read more ➺
Meaning: referring to the feeling of jealousy or envy.
Example: After seeing her friend's new car, Maria felt the green-eyed monster creeping up inside her. Read more ➺
Meaning: An informal phrase used to describe a person's intelligence or ability to think and reason.
Example: It doesn't take a lot of gray matter to solve this simple puzzle. Read more ➺
Meaning: splitting the bill evenly among participants, each covering their own expenses.
Example: We decided to go Dutch at the restaurant last night, so everyone paid for their own meal. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have a wide smile extending from one ear to the other, often indicating extreme joy or satisfaction.
Example: When Sophia saw her birthday cake, she grinned from ear to ear. Read more ➺
Meaning: to begin taking part in a new activity.
Example: Finally, you've decided to get your feet wet and enrolled in your singing classes. Read more ➺
Meaning: someone who looks sick or nauseated.
Example: The sight of blood always makes her go green around the gills. Read more ➺
Meaning: to act bravely and courageously in a challenging situation.
Example: Tom gritted his teeth, overcame his fear of heights, and climbed the ladder. Read more ➺
Meaning: a new or inexperienced person.
Example: My dad is a greenhorn when it comes to computers. Read more ➺
