Idioms beginning with C
Meaning: to calm down and stop being so anxious or elated.
Example: Even though she wronged you, just cool your jets, and you will be fine. Read on
Meaning: to look into something carefully.
Example: The police combed through their house after the income tax authorities left the building. Read on
Meaning: to have an accident or suffer disaster.
Example: Their relationship came to grief following their disastrous vacation. Read on
Meaning: encounter or meet someone by chance.
Example: I believe we will cross paths soon. Read on
Meaning: A clarion is a high-pitch bugle.
Example: All of the citizens heard the clarion call and prepared themselves to defend their city. Read on
Meaning: to keep one's location, activities, and intentions hidden.
Example: The burglars were very meticulous in covering their tracks, making it difficult for law enforcement to catch them. Read on
Meaning: an informal expression meaning something that is easy to do
Example: If you practise enough, driving will eventually become child's play. Read on
Meaning: high-quality performance or display; additionally, the performer
Example: LeBron James has truly been a class act in basketball long before he entered the NBA. Read on
Meaning: something that can be easily accomplished.
Example: I thought the course was going to be difficult, but it ended up being a cakewalk. Read on
Meaning: to fight with another person physically or verbally.
Example: The vice-presidents crossed swords at all policy meetings. Read on
