Biblical Idioms
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Meaning: the family comes first, and one should help their family before helping others
Example: She spends the little money that she earns on social work and neglects her own family, forgetting that charity begins at home. Read more ➺
Meaning: to show modesty towards something or someone
Example: The man kept hiding his light under a bushel even though the whole neighbourhood is aware of his cleanliness initiatives for the society. Read more ➺
Meaning: to give someone a harsh scolding
Example: That office gives hell to its employees because the boss is mean guy. Read more ➺
Meaning: the person of whom one is extremely fond, favorite, loving
Example: She has three children, but her youngest son is the apple of her eye. Read more ➺
Meaning: both the beginning and the end
Example: He had to learn the alpha and omega of the subject before he could even begin his research. Read more ➺
Meaning: in an instant
Example: In the blink of an eye, the robber disappeared from the bank with a bag full of cash. Read more ➺
Meaning: Including everything; covering all details.
Example: If you want to find out about that place, ask him. He knows everything about it, from A to Z. Read more ➺
Meaning: considering everything that has happened
Example: She may not be brilliant, but all in all I think she did quite well in her exams. Read more ➺
