Idioms beginning with B

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by dint of

Meaning: as a result of something

Example: He triumphs by dint of his persistence. Read more ➺


blast from the past

Meaning: a way to refer to something or someone reminding you of an earlier time.

Example: What a blast from the past! I haven't heard that song in years. Read more ➺


birds of a feather

Meaning: people with similar tastes, interests, and backgrounds

Example: Ethan saw Jason had the same type of car and shrugged, "Birds of a feather." Read more ➺


blue eyed boy

Meaning: a person who is treated with special favor.

Example: Managers at Apple have been trained against having blue-eyed boys. Read more ➺


blood, sweat, and tears

Meaning: putting a lot of effort to get a task done.

Example: He has put in nothing but blood, sweat, and tears into this company. Read more ➺


bad blood

Meaning: to have ill feelings towards someone

Example: The villagers say the arson attack may have been the result of bad blood between the two families. Read more ➺


blind date

Meaning: to go on a date with someone you have never met before.

Example: I'm going on a blind date with a guy that Jack knows from college. Read more ➺


body and soul

Meaning: with all one's effort and ability

Example: A great painter must put their body and soul onto the canvas. Read more ➺


bring someone to book

Meaning: make somebody accountable for their conduct.

Example: If Jessica continues with this behavior, I will have no choice but to bring her to book. Read more ➺


break new ground

Meaning: to do something innovative

Example: Advancements in computer technology break new ground almost every day.  Read more ➺


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