Idioms beginning with S
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Meaning: A quick and highly effective solution to a complex problem.
Example: Many believe that AI is a silver bullet for improving healthcare systems. Read more ➺
Meaning: Irrelevant or misleading details intended to obscure the truth of a situation.
Example: The politician's speech was just smoke and mirrors to distract from the real issues. Read more ➺
Meaning: A person unfairly blamed for mistakes or problems caused by others.
Example: After the project failed, the manager made Tom the scapegoat to save his own reputation. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes a task that is exceedingly simple to accomplish, often implying an unfair advantage due to the lack of challenge.
Example: Winning the debate against an unprepared opponent was like shooting fish in a barrel. Read more ➺
Meaning: To engage in a period of youthful indiscretion, often involving promiscuous or reckless behavior before settling down.
Example: In your youth, people often say you should sow your wild oats before settling down. Read more ➺
Meaning: To take the time to enjoy or appreciate things that are often overlooked in daily life.
Example: After months of stress, Sarah decided to stop and smell the roses by taking a weekend off. Read more ➺
Meaning: Expresses excitement or energy, often used humorously in online slang.
Example: His speech was total skibidi—nonsensical yet oddly entertaining. Read more ➺
Meaning: A person who appears harmless but is secretly dishonest or unfaithful.
Example: Emily trusted Jake, but he turned out to be a snake in the grass, spreading rumors behind her back. Read more ➺
Meaning: Indicates that trouble, conflict, or a difficult situation is about to arise.
Example: The dark clouds gathered, and we knew a storm is brewing before the big game. Read more ➺
Meaning: To engage in actions that are risky or verge on being illegal or improper.
Example: The journalist sailed close to the wind by publishing classified information but avoided legal action. Read more ➺
