Idioms beginning with C
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Meaning: do or say something that causes trouble and make a lot of people angry or worried
Example: The foreigner put the cat among the pigeons when he made some sensitive comments about the people's religion. Read more ➺
Meaning: to end a connection with someone
Example: In order to achieve true independence, developing countries must cut the cord and stop asking for financial aid from the developed countries. Read more ➺
Meaning: to challenge to prove one's claim, when they are likely attempting to deceive
Example: When the employee threatened to quit if he was not given a pay rise, the boss called his bluff. Read more ➺
Meaning: to start doing something because it is fashionable or profitable
Example: The whole town was quick to jump on the bandwagon when people began to realize the home team would win the championship. Read more ➺
Meaning: to treat somebody with coldness and contempt
Example: I fought with my wife, and she is now giving me the cold shoulder. Read more ➺
Meaning: make someone work harder by asserting power or authority
Example: We'd better get some work done, or he'll crack the whip when he gets back from his tea break. Read more ➺
Meaning: behave in a way that is not acceptable
Example: This newspaper has crossed the line. This article is so offensive to so many people. Read more ➺
Meaning: something that has just occurred to us as we speak
Example: Come to think of it, add potatoes and carrots to the list. Read more ➺
Meaning: use courage, reserve, nerve or strength to achieve something
Example: He had to call on all his strength to get to the finals. Read more ➺
Meaning: something you must do or feel compelled to do
Example: Both of my grandfathers felt it was their call of duty to enlist immediately for active service when the war broke out. Read more ➺
