Biblical Idioms
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Meaning: a task done for the pleasure of doing it, not for gains or rewards
Example: Every morning, he dusted, cleaned and wound up the old grandfather clock that he had inherited as a family heirloom. It was truly a labour of love. Read more ➺
Meaning: A very small amount; the tiniest detail.
Example: Not a jot or tittle of truth remained in his excuse. Read more ➺
Meaning: to receive information from a secret source.
Example: I'd like to believe that a little birdie told you about my secret, but I know exactly who it was that let you in on it. Read more ➺
Meaning: The phrase refers to immediate family members who share DNA, such as parents, siblings, and children.
Example: He treats his nephew with special care because he is his own flesh and blood. Read more ➺
a drowning man will clutch at a straw
Meaning: It refers to the desperate measures that someone in need may make in order to come out of the situation.
Example: Although there was no possibility of success he tried his hand at this interview to get a job because a downing man will even clutch at a straw. Read more ➺
a leopard can’t change his spots
Meaning: one cannot change who they are
Example: He is bound to fail the exam again, a Leopard cannot change his spots after all. Read more ➺
Meaning: barely manage to do something
Example: We managed to complete the project on time by the skin of our teeth. Read more ➺
Meaning: to agree fully with someone.
Example: Though they work as a team, they often don't see eye to eye on most issues. Read more ➺
Meaning: a very tiny part of something big
Example: Her cry was only a single drop in the ocean compared to the billions of tears shed by mourners after the war. 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 ➺
