Idioms beginning with C
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Meaning: suffer harm or damage inadvertently because of the conflict between other individuals or groups.
Example: Jane was proven innocent since she was only caught in the crossfire. Read more ➺
Meaning: general agreement to keep silent about a subject for the sake of secrecy.
Example: Healthcare professionals create a conspiracy of silence due to the fear of legal proceedings, corrective action, or punishment. Read more ➺
Meaning: completion of the cycle.
Example: I was wearing such a dress some 40 years ago. Fashion's wheel has come full circle. Read more ➺
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 ➺
Meaning: a susceptible or vulnerable area.
Example: Ken is brilliant, but his temper is the chink in his armor. Read more ➺
Meaning: to criticize somebody or somebody's character.
Example: His opponents never missed an opportunity to cast aspersions on his professionalism. Read more ➺
Meaning: To calm down and stop being angry, excited, or impatient.
Example: The coach told the frustrated player to cool your jets and focus on the next play instead of arguing with the referee. Read more ➺
Meaning: to look into something carefully.
Example: The police combed through their house after the income tax authorities left the building. Read more ➺
Meaning: to have an accident or suffer disaster.
Example: Their relationship came to grief following their disastrous vacation. Read more ➺
Meaning: encounter or meet someone by chance.
Example: I believe we will cross paths soon. Read more ➺
