Idioms beginning with B
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Meaning: barely manage to do something
Example: We managed to complete the project on time by the skin of our teeth. Read more ➺
Meaning: co-passenger who unnecessarily criticizes the driver while himself doing nothing
Example: I cannot stand my relatives being backseat driver to me. Read more ➺
Meaning: to die
Example: Many companies went belly up during the great inflation. Read more ➺
Meaning: something that is too fine
Example: The invention of internet has changed the way we live; it is the best thing since sliced bread. Read more ➺
Meaning: short working hours
Example: With our boss on leave, most of us worked banker's hours for the whole week. Read more ➺
Meaning: a situation beyond the scope of one's imagination
Example: Never in my wildest dreams did I think she'd abandon her father. Read more ➺
Meaning: Refers to the realm or state after death; the afterlife.
Example: After his passing, many believed he had gone beyond the veil to reunite with loved ones. Read more ➺
Meaning: in clandestine
Example: The planning board of the finance division constantly meets behind closed doors, in case its negotiations become known in advance. Read more ➺
Meaning: to reveal the true identity
Example: The custom's officer recognised the man from a wanted poster and blew his cover right out. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be filled up to the brim
Example: The meal was absolutely delicious but now I am bursting at the seams. Read more ➺
