Idioms beginning with B

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ball and chain

Meaning: Refers to something or someone that is seen as a burden, restriction, or hindrance.

Example: His financial debts have become a ball and chain, preventing him from pursuing his dreams. Read more ➺


behind the eight ball

Meaning: Indicates being in a difficult or disadvantageous situation, often due to unfavorable circumstances.

Example: After missing the deadline, she found herself behind the eight ball at work. Read more ➺


on the back foot

Example: After the unexpected merger announcement, our company found itself on the back foot in the market. Read more ➺


beside the mark

Meaning: Refers to something that is inaccurate or incorrect in relation to a particular topic or objective.

Example: His criticism of her outfit was completely beside the mark in a discussion about her professional skills. Read more ➺


bad apple

Meaning: a person who negatively influences or corrupts others within a group.

Example: One bad apple in the team can disrupt the whole project. Read more ➺


branch out

Meaning: to expand into new areas or activities beyond the current scope.

Example: The company decided to branch out into the software market. Read more ➺


barrel of laughs

Meaning: describes someone or something that is very funny and enjoyable.

Example: The comedian was a real barrel of laughs, making the whole audience roar with laughter. Read more ➺


bite the bullet

Meaning: to endure a painful or difficult situation with courage and stoicism.

Example: Despite his fear of the dentist, John decided to bite the bullet and make an appointment. Read more ➺


bated breath

Meaning: feeling excited and slightly anxious while waiting.

Example: The audience watched with bated breath as the magician performed his final trick. Read more ➺


back to square one

Meaning: starting over from the beginning after a failure or setback.

Example: After the software crashed, the team had to go back to square one. Read more ➺


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