Body Idioms
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born with a silver spoon in mouth
Meaning: to be born to parents who are rich and have a good social rank
Example: He has never worked hard for anything because he was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. His parents brought everything to him instead. 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 ➺
Meaning: do someone a favour hoping that a favour will be returned
Example: I don't mind helping him out this time, he's scratched my back many times. Read more ➺
Meaning: good luck
Example: "Break a leg!" shouted the stage director to his actors before the beginning of the play. Read more ➺
Meaning: something said in humour, but with an act of being serious
Example: The latest movie I watched was a tongue in cheek look at the way the media tends to over-hype certain pieces of news. Read more ➺
Meaning: a principle that is kept to
Example: As a rule of thumb, I do not start a new project on Fridays. Read more ➺
Meaning: To become comfortable and confident in a new environment or situation.
Example: She struggled for a few weeks in her new job, but she soon found her feet and began handling clients with ease. Read more ➺
Meaning: Speak or act on the spot, without stopping to think it through.
Example: Mike likes to shoot from the hip in meetings, so you always know where he stands, even when it lands a little hard. Read more ➺
Meaning: in no way, under no circumstances
Example: You will go on a date with my sister over my dead body! Read more ➺
Meaning: a gesture of crossed fingers used to express good luck
Example: Good luck with your test tomorrow. I'll have my fingers crossed. Read more ➺
