Body Idioms
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Meaning: to stop speaking
Example: "His continuous talking makes me wish he could button his lip." Read more ➺
Meaning: to request someone to stay calm and not get annoyed
Example: The general kept his hair on during the meeting this time. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be very horrific
Example: The movie has the most spine-tingling end that you would never be able to guess. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be frustrated in your efforts to change something or make something happen
Example: Trying to keep this place clean and tidy is like hitting my head against a brick wall. Read more ➺
Meaning: poor memory
Example: I'm so sorry I forgot your birthday - I've got a memory like a sieve! Read more ➺
Meaning: very cruel, unkind person
Example: Don't be so cold hearted, forgive them and speak with your children. Read more ➺
Meaning: Annoy or irritate someone persistently.
Example: Her constant criticism really gets under my skin. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have the authority to make decisions over someone or something
Example: The man has an upper hand to his wife. It is reflected in the way he speaks with her. Read more ➺
idle hands are the devil’s tools
Meaning: if you have nothing to do, you are likely to do some mischief
Example: All the kids should be kept busy while you are away; idle hands are the devil's tools. Read more ➺
Meaning: two people who are inseparable
Example: Chris and Jenny have been joined at the hip since they started dating each other a year ago. You would never see one without the other. Read more ➺
