Idioms beginning with A
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Meaning: A person who is loved more than anyone else.
Example: My old golden retriever has always been the apple of my eye. Read more ➺
Meaning: A cause of argument or disagreement between people.
Example: The family inheritance became the apple of discord between the two brothers. Read more ➺
Meaning: Everyone without exception.
Example: All and sundry came to the community hall to celebrate the mayor's retirement. Read more ➺
Meaning: The beginning and the end of something.
Example: The planning phase became the alpha and omega of the project, guiding it from start to completion. Read more ➺
Meaning: Still alive and active, especially despite age, illness, or hardship.
Example: Even after his surgery, John is alive and kicking, back at work and feeling stronger each day. Read more ➺
Meaning: Affecting everyone or everything equally; applying to all cases.
Example: The company announced across the board pay raises, so every employee benefited equally. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to someone who prefers to do things rather than talk or think about them.
Example: Despite all the debates, a man of action like John wasted no time and started building shelters. Read more ➺
Meaning: A decisive test that proves the true value, quality, or success of something.
Example: The first public launch became the acid test, revealing whether the product could survive in the market. Read more ➺
Meaning: Considering everything; taking all factors into account.
Example: All in all, the event was successful even though a few things went wrong. Read more ➺
Meaning: A hidden weakness or vulnerable point that can cause failure.
Example: His lack of patience became his Achilles heel, ruining important negotiations. Read more ➺
