Idioms beginning with A
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Meaning: to the core of the object
Example: At bottom she is her father's daughter. No matter how much the family curses him, she will always be on his side. Read more ➺
Meaning: very busy
Example: I am trying to complete my assignment by the weekend and am as busy as a bee. Could we rather meet up next week? Read more ➺
Meaning: a sudden and unexpected event or piece of news (typically annoying)
Example: The sudden uprising in many parts of the country was utterly a bolt from the blue for the ministry. Read more ➺
Meaning: the misfortune which turns out to have advantages
Example: Losing that job turned out to be a blessing in disguise for him as it forced him to plunge into business. Read more ➺
Meaning: a possession that is worthy
Example: The fact is that he did not realise that a bird in the hand was worth more and went after having an extra marital affair. Now he neither has his wife nor his girlfriend. Read more ➺
Meaning: easy option
Example: Weight loss is a challenging task, not a bed of roses. Read more ➺
Meaning: to keep something dangerous at a safe distance
Example: The scientists were able to keep the disease at bay with the help of modern medicine. Read more ➺
Meaning: Honest and open; not secretive or deceptive.
Example: The company kept its dealings above board, so customers trusted every transaction. Read more ➺
Meaning: Said as an extra comment separate from the main topic.
Example: as an aside, the editor mentioned that the magazine would soon change its design. Read more ➺
Meaning: Completely finished or ended.
Example: The event was finally all up after several hours of speeches and performances. Read more ➺
