Idioms beginning with A
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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 ➺
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 ➺
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 ➺
Meaning: used to refer to two or more things occurring together
Example: My mother has the ability to make me laugh and cry at the same time. Read more ➺
Meaning: to refer a state of being ready for an event
Example: After putting the luggage in the trunk, we were all set to go on our vacation. Read more ➺
Meaning: everyone avoids repeating a hurting experience again in life
Example: After his first accident, Sam is quite careful in driving now because a burnt child dreads a fire. Read more ➺
Meaning: a flatterer; toady
Example: Even with her boss looking very untidy, Mel still complimented her and this showed her to be an apple polisher. Read more ➺
Meaning: Having many responsibilities or tasks to deal with.
Example: Daniel has a lot on his plate this month because he is handling two major projects at work. Read more ➺
Meaning: used to express a situation of uncertainty or confusion
Example: I don't want to be at sixes and sevens with you. Read more ➺
Meaning: significantly better than everybody else in the field
Example: I'm so proud of our boy, Johnny - he was head and shoulders above the rest of his class in his school project. Read more ➺
