Idioms beginning with K
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Meaning: A penname adopted by Elon Musk on X (formerly Twitter), combining "Kek," an internet term for laughter, with "Maximus," referencing the protagonist from the film "Gladiator."
Example: Elon Musk updated his X profile name to Kekius Maximus, sparking widespread curiosity. Read more ➺
Meaning: Bribery Payment: An illicit payment, often disguised as a reward, given to someone in return for facilitating a transaction, especially to influence an outcome favorably.
Example: The contractor offered a kickback to secure the building project. Read more ➺
Meaning: to handle or treat someone in a very delicate or cautious manner.
Example: He handled the sensitive issue with kid gloves to avoid causing offense. Read more ➺
Meaning: pass time aimlessly or without purpose.
Example: Waiting for the bus, she decided to kill time by reading a book. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be on alert and aware of something.
Example: I regularly keep my eyes peeled to identify any new opportunities that come my way at the company. Read more ➺
Meaning: to tell someone to be calm.
Example: I told him to keep his pants on after being punked. Read more ➺
Meaning: say little or nothing about one's opinions or intentions.
Example: I doubted what he said, but I kept my own counsel. Read more ➺
Meaning: make sure something stays in place
Example: She knew if she didn't buckle down, the tasks wouldn't get done. Read more ➺
Meaning: be secretive or cautious, give nothing away
Example: The children did not know where they were to go for their family holiday trip. Their dad kept his cards close to his chest. Read more ➺
know on which side bread is buttered
Meaning: know what is to one's advantage
Example: She's far too clever to irritate her employer as she knows which side her bread is buttered on. Read more ➺
