Idioms beginning with C

collision course

Meaning: saying or doing something that can lead to a serious fight or disagreement.

Example: When the attempts at diplomacy broke down, the two states went on a collision course. Read more ➺

chink in the armour

Meaning: a susceptible or vulnerable area.

Example: Ken is brilliant, but his temper is the chink in his armor. Read more ➺

cast aspersions

Meaning: to criticize somebody or somebody's character.

Example: His opponents never missed an opportunity to cast aspersions on his professionalism. Read more ➺

cool your jets

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 more ➺

comb through

Meaning: to look into something carefully.

Example: The police combed through their house after the income tax authorities left the building. Read more ➺

come to grief

Meaning: to have an accident or suffer disaster.

Example: Their relationship came to grief following their disastrous vacation. Read more ➺

cross paths

Meaning: encounter or meet someone by chance.

Example: I believe we will cross paths soon. Read more ➺

clarion call

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 more ➺

cover one’s tracks

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 more ➺

child’s play

Meaning: an informal expression meaning something that is easy to do

Example: If you practise enough, driving will eventually become child's play. Read more ➺