Biblical Idioms
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Meaning: an offer of peace or reconciliation, especially after conflict or disagreement.
Example: After their long argument, he extended an olive branch by inviting her to dinner. Read more ➺
Meaning: The term "loaves and fishes" refers to material or worldly benefits or rewards, often gained from exploiting religious or spiritual activities.
Example: Many critics argue that some televangelists are more interested in loaves and fishes than in genuine ministry. Read more ➺
Meaning: a person or thing that is weak, ineffectual, or unreliable as a support or means of help.
Example: Depending on him during the crisis felt like leaning on a broken reed. Read more ➺
Meaning: to offer something valuable or precious to someone who is unable to appreciate its worth.
Example: Sharing his profound poetry with people who had no interest in literature felt like casting pearls before swine. Read more ➺
Meaning: A person who is considered to be honest, dependable, and trustworthy.
Example: Alicia is the salt of the earth, always willing to help without expecting anything in return. Read more ➺
Meaning: refers to something hidden or inaccessible, often beyond understanding or perception.
Example: The true intentions of the politician remained beyond the veil of public scrutiny. Read more ➺
Meaning: extremely rich.
Example: To be filthy rich means that you can choose and buy whatever you want; window shopping is for the less fortunate. Read more ➺
Meaning: acting honestly, with pure motives, and without deceiving others.
Example: The contract was negotiated and signed in good faith by both parties. Read more ➺
Meaning: something that spoils a pleasant or enjoyable experience.
Example: The fly in the ointment was that the proposal still needed board approval. Read more ➺
Meaning: produce valuable results.
Example: Bearing fruit takes time and patience. Read more ➺
