Idioms beginning with B

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by chance

Meaning: something which was not planned to happen

Example: He told himself that it was by chance so as to bring peace to his mind. Read more ➺


bundle up

Meaning: to dress warmly to protect oneself from the elements

Example: It is important to bundle up before you go out to keep from getting cold. Read more ➺


broken heart

Meaning: when a person is emotionally sad or grief-stricken, then it's broken hearted

Example: I know he broke your heart, but there are other boys out there who are better than him. Read more ➺


blind as a bat

Meaning: unconscious to something

Example: Maria is so in love, she is as blind as a bat when it comes to Mark’s rude behavior. Read more ➺


kick the habit

Meaning: to overcome an addiction especially of an addiction like drugs

Example: Even after trying so hard, I could not kick the habit of drinking. Read more ➺


beat the heat

Meaning: finding a way to stay cool when it is very hot outside

Example: I have found that drinking a cool glass of water helps to beat the heat in summer. Read more ➺


bump into

Meaning: to meet someone by chance/accident

Example: It was so nice to bump into you last week. I haven't seen you in years. Read more ➺


black hole

Meaning: a place in which things are lost never to be seen again

Example: My handbag is a black hole. You can try and find the keys in there but I can’t promise anything. Read more ➺


break open

Meaning: to cause something to open suddenly, especially from within

Example: The violent storms shook the very foundation of the house and broke open the doors. Read more ➺


blowing smoke

Meaning: to intentionally misinform or deceive

Example: I know your motives behind this act; don't try to blow smoke in my eyes. Read more ➺


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