Idioms beginning with B
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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 ➺
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 ➺
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 ➺
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 ➺
Meaning: to flatter someone so as to get something in return from them
Example: Mary's nice compliments about her not so nice boss made it clear that she was just trying to butter him up. Read more ➺
Meaning: to summon the courage to do something
Example: After losing the first place position to Martha, everyone heard Mary's mother tell her to buck up. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be pregnant
Example: After trying for a baby for several years, Mark was happy when his wife told him she had a bun in the oven. Read more ➺
Meaning: Earn the money needed to live and support oneself or one's family.
Example: He worked two jobs to bring home the bacon for his family. Read more ➺
Meaning: being completely available to someone when needed
Example: No matter what time of day it is, she is always at his beck and call. Read more ➺
Meaning: enjoy your meal/food
Example: I want to thank you all for coming to my dinner party, and I'd like to wish you all bon appetit! Read more ➺
