Idioms beginning with D
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Meaning: to be firm and resolute about something
Example: The businessman was digging heels about buying these stocks even though all of his business partners were against it. They finally had to give him his way. Read more ➺
Meaning: to expire while working
Example: She doesn't want to retire - she'd rather die in harness. Read more ➺
Meaning: A person who unexpectedly wins or succeeds, especially when little is known about them.
Example: Jason was hardly mentioned during the race, but he became the dark horse and won the election. Read more ➺
Meaning: to do what someone else forces you to do
Example: In order to keep the peace Peter has to dance to his wife's tune. Read more ➺
Meaning: decent, simple, realistic
Example: She is very down to earth person, not at all attracted by the glamour world. Read more ➺
Meaning: to get no response from someone
Example: The bank manager will question you on why you need such a big amount as loan. You have to be confident in your answers and for heaven's sake do not draw a blank at that time. Read more ➺
