Biblical Idioms
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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: 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 ➺
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 ➺
