charley horse
Meaning: a cramp or stiffness in the leg or arm.
Example: We had to stop midway and call for help because of a charley horse in my foot. Read more ➺
Idioms beginning with C
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copycat
Meaning: one who imitates or copies another's actions, appearance, or ideas.
Example: The startup accused the competitor of being a copycat, claiming they stole their business model and product ideas. Read more ➺
cut from the same cloth
Meaning: share similar qualities.
Example: The new partners were cut from the same cloth—they had innovative ideas and ambitions for growth. Read more ➺
code of conduct
Meaning: set rules and regulations governing a group of people.
Example: The code of conduct of that organization requires people to pass through the security office before entering. Read more ➺
crash course
Meaning: a course in which lots of information is taught in a short period of time.
Example: We took a crash course in Spanish last summer to prepare for our trip to Spain. Read more ➺
cry over spilt milk
Meaning: to cry about past events that cannot be undone.
Example: While it's sad that the results have not been as good as you expected, you should now focus on moving ahead and achieving better results next time; there is no use crying over spilt milk. Read more ➺
clear the decks
Meaning: to deal with any obstacles that could get in the way of a plan of action or an event.
Example: We need to clear the decks and get our project done on time. Read more ➺
closed book
Meaning: something that one knows or understands nothing about.
Example: I love reading and learning. But physics is a closed book to me. Read more ➺
catch a cold
Meaning: experience challenges and difficulties.
Example: Brian tried the offshore education business, but he caught a cold after the first month and has still shown no signs of growth. Read more ➺
chicken hearted
Meaning: not brave.
Example: Daisy was too chicken-hearted in the meeting to speak up, even though she knew the board was making the wrong decision. Read more ➺
