Idioms beginning with A

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all that glitters is not gold

Meaning: the shining outer look of something is not a consistent sign of its real character

Example: My grandmother advised me to be careful about making new friends because all that glitters is not gold. Read more ➺


a stitch in time saves nine

Meaning: do not wait to deal with a specific problem or you risk it getting much worse later on

Example: John said to his brother, " You better bring your car to the shop while it's still running, because a stitch in time saves nine". Read more ➺


all the rage

Meaning: When something is the height of popularity.

Example: My parents used to love the Beatles. They were all the rage when they were teenagers. Read more ➺


and so on

Meaning: and related stuff

Example: I enjoy outdoor sports like swimming, surfing, hiking and so on. Read more ➺


a voice crying in the wilderness

Meaning: to say something that is not popular

Example: The tales are interesting if you are into that kind of thing but for me it is like listening to a voice crying in the wilderness. Read more ➺


at the drop of a dime

Meaning: something that can happen very fast without hesitation

Example: The play can begin at the drop of a dime, you just need to say the word. Read more ➺


a sight for sore eyes

Meaning: a way of saying that you are happy to see someone

Example: I can't believe that I haven't seen you in a year! You are a sight for sore eyes. Read more ➺


all the best

Meaning: a polite way to end a letter or email

Example: We would like to wish you all the best in the year to come. Read more ➺


as simple as that

Meaning: extremely easy to understand or comprehend

Example: There can be no exceptions. Every new recruit has to undergo an orientation course, it's as simple as that. Read more ➺


all day long

Meaning: the whole day, throughout the entire day

Example: The beggar had to beg all day long before getting enough money to feed his hungry children. Read more ➺


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