Body Idioms
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Meaning: to keep quiet when one would rather speak
Example: When she said that she was very hardworking I had to hold my tongue. Read more ➺
Meaning: from a different point of view
Example: It seems like a great building, on the other hand, you are displacing a lot of animals by building it. Read more ➺
Meaning: a way of saying that you are happy to see someone
Example: I can't believe that I haven't seen you in a year! You are a sight for sore eyes. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be overcome by a strong feeling, usually desire
Example: The man makes me weak in the knees when he kisses me. Read more ➺
Meaning: Mathematics is generally a real pain in the neck for most of the school and college students.
Example: Mathematics is generally a real pain in the neck for most of the school and college students. Read more ➺
Meaning: to start ahead of the official start of an event
Example: I know that the paper only has to be in next week, but I would like to get a head start. Read more ➺
Meaning: to feel sympathy for someone when they are distressed
Example: Following the aftermath of the hurricane, my heart goes out to all the residents of New Orleans. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be brave in the face of adversity
Example: Throughout the funeral of her parents, Mary kept a stiff upper lip. Read more ➺
Meaning: immature or poor skill
Example: From the way the soldier handled the gun, everyone could tell that he was wet behind the ears. Read more ➺
Meaning: front-to-front
Example: Even with the increased hostility at work, Amanda faced all her colleagues head-on as she pitched her new proposal. Read more ➺
